Aged Pecorino in Olive Leaves (WEDGE 0.3 KG approx.)

Aged Pecorino in Olive Leaves is a unique and refined cheese, made from sheep's milk and subjected to a special aging process in jars with fresh olive leaves. This traditional method gives the pecorino a delicate flavor, enriched with vegetal notes that evoke the scent of olive groves. The white and soft paste melts easily in the mouth, offering a pleasant taste and a pleasantly persistent aftertaste. Excellent paired with honey or fruit compotes, it is also perfect with fresh or dried fruit for a complete sensory experience. Milk: Sheep. Organoleptic Characteristics Appearance: Cylindrical shape with natural rind. White, compact, and soft paste with a uniform texture. Aroma: Delicate and fresh, with vegetal and olive hints, typical of aging in jars with olive leaves. Flavor: Pleasant and agreeable, balanced between the sweetness of sheep's milk and the aromatic notes of olive, leaving a persistent aftertaste. Consistency: Soft and melting, not too hard, with a structure that gently dissolves on the palate. Diameter: 13 cm. Recommended Pairings Honey: Lavender HoneyLavender honey, with its floral notes, enhances the delicate vegetal aroma of the olive leaves and adds a refined sweetness to the pecorino. Pearls: Pearls with White DressingThe pearls with white dressing offer a fresh and citrusy flavor that complements the cheese's aromatic profile and enhances the olive notes. Compote: Pear Compote and "Aceto Balsamico di Modena IGP"The sweetness of pears and the slight acidity of balsamic vinegar balance the delicate flavor of the pecorino and intensify the vegetal nuances of the olive leaves. Jelly: Lemon JellyThe citrus freshness of lemon jelly adds a touch of liveliness, emphasizing the cheese's delicacy and its vegetal notes. Cream: White CreamThe white cream, with its neutral and delicate flavor, harmonizes with the softness of the pecorino, keeping the taste of the olive leaves at the forefront. Purissima: Strawberry PurissimaThe sweetness of strawberries offers a pleasant contrast that completes the delicate and balanced flavor of the pecorino, enriching the tasting experience. Traditional: Savòr ModeneseSavòr Modenese, with its richness of fruit and cooked must, provides a pairing that amplifies the tradition and refinement of the aged pecorino in olive leaves. Beer: Light and aromatic beer like a Belgian Ale, which enhances the vegetal and fresh notes of the cheese. Wines: Aromatic white wine, such as a Vermentino or a Sauvignon Blanc, or a delicate rosé. Bread: Rustic bread or herb focaccia, for a crunchy contrast with the soft texture of the cheese. Other Suggestions: Perfect to enjoy in purity, accompanied by fresh fruit like grapes or figs, or dried fruit like almonds or walnuts for a touch of crunchiness and sweetness. Recommended Knife: Smooth blade knife, for a precise cut that preserves the delicacy of the paste.