Be the first to Write a Review Pecorino in three inventive incarnations, all from the same Tuscan cheesemaker. One is wrapped in walnut leaves, another is floral and fruity thanks to the addition of figs, and a third is laced with honey. All together, they make a remarkable base for a wine-and-cheese party. Hand picked for us by the Italian cheese experts at Fresca Italia, our trio includes:
Cacio e Fichi: A classic Pecorino (nutty, crumbly, buttery) with a seasonal twist. Its curd includes a bit of freeze-dried fig juice, lending the finished cheese a sweet, fruity, floral aroma and a pronounced taste of figs.
Fior di Noci: This Pecorino is wrapped in walnut leaves and aged for at least 45 days; it has a sweet, slightly musty bouquet, a semi-firm texture and a nutty, almost briny flavor.
Pecorino dell’Orso: Features a touch of honey and a beeswax rind. It is a light, fruity cheese with a taste that is (surprisingly) not too sweet.