Tuscany rosso (red) di Pienza is a firm sheep milk cheese that hails from central Italy.
Famous for its red rind, the cheese has a short ageing process where the rind was traditionally rubbed with tomato paste.
Milk
Sheep
Origin
Italy
Aged
Yes, 30 days
Aroma
Pungent and slightly sweet.
Taste
Sharp yet slight sheep milk bite and some sweetness.
Texture
Firm with very slight flakiness. Red rind that in artisanal cheeses is edible.
Look
White smooth interior, with no openness.
Serving
Perfect by itself or on a tasting plate or cheese board. Pairs well with cold meats
Wine
Bold red wines.
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