Pecorino di Grotta Stagionato

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Pecorino di Grotta Stagionato is a cheese with a strong character, the result of a long maturation in natural caves, where the stable temperature and humidity environment allows for optimal maturation. The surface of the cheese is treated with linseed oil, which helps keep the rind in perfect condition and gives it a rustic and authentic appearance. The paste, an intense ivory white, is compact and crumbly, typical of prolonged maturation, and has an intense and complex aromatic profile that is released in every taste.

Milk: Sheep.

Organoleptic Characteristics
Appearance: Cylindrical shape with rind treated with linseed oil, dark and rustic in color. Ivory white paste, compact and homogeneous.
Aroma: Intense and complex, with notes of dried fruit and nuances of the cellar, resulting from the maturation in the cave.
Flavor: Decisive and tasty, with a balance between flavor and sweetness, and a persistent aftertaste that recalls the aromatic notes of maturation.
Texture: Compact and crumbly, with a texture that slowly melts on the palate, offering a pleasant and long persistence.
Wheel diameter: *9 cm.

Recommended Pairings
¿Honey: Chestnut Honey
Chestnut honey, with its bitter and intense notes, perfectly balances the strong flavor and complexity of the Aged Pecorino di Grotta, creating a contrast that enhances the aromatic persistence of the cheese.

Pearls: Pearls with Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI and Truffle
The pearls with balsamic vinegar and truffle add a sophisticated and aromatic touch, which marries perfectly with the earthy and dried fruit notes of the cheese, offering a complete and refined taste experience.

Compote: Compote of Figs and Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI
The natural sweetness of the figs, enriched by the acidity of the balsamic, harmonizes with the strong profile of the pecorino, creating a perfect balance between sweet and salty, with aromatic nuances.

Gelatin: Modena Balsamic Vinegar PGI Gelatin
The balsamic vinegar jelly adds a sweet and acidic note that complements the intense nuances of the cheese, enhancing the characteristics deriving from the aging in the cave.

Cream: Modena Balsamic Vinegar PGI and Truffle Cream
This cream, with its deep notes of balsamic and truffle, enriches the pecorino, emphasizing its rustic character and offering a combination with a refined and persistent flavor.

Purissima: Pear Purissima
The delicate sweetness of the pears contrasts with the flavor of the cheese, offering a harmonious and fruity combination that enhances the long aging.

Traditional: Sav²r Modenese
Sav²r Modenese, with its sweetness and notes of cooked must, pairs splendidly with the Aged Pecorino di Grotta, offering a traditional combination rich in nuances.

Beer: A dark or amber beer, such as a Doppelbock or a Stout, to emphasize the toasted and caramelized notes.

Wines: Structured and aged red wine, such as a Brunello di Montalcino or a Barolo, or a mature and barrel-aged white wine such as a Chardonnay.

Bread: Rustic bread or walnut croutons, which complement the rusticity of the cheese.

Other Pairings: Perfect to enjoy on its own, accompanied by dried fruit such as walnuts or almonds, or as the protagonist on a board of aged cheeses for an authentic and characterful tasting.

Recommended Knife: A knife with a rigid and short blade, ideal for portioning the crumbly consistency of the cheese without crumbling it.