Cacio affinato in Foglie di Noce | Walnut Leaf-Aged Pecorino

Semi-matured pecorino, crafted exclusively from ewe’s milk and aged for 90 days, including 30 days between layers of walnut leaves. One of the most traditional cheeses in the Caseificio dei Barbi range, it is made using walnut leaves selected when their aromas are at their most expressive, ideally from late May to mid-August. After 60 days of maturation, the small wheels are placed between layers of walnut leaves for a further 30 days, allowing them to absorb the leaves’ distinctive aromas.

 

Ingredients. Pasteurised ewe’s milk, rennet, salt, lactic cultures.

Nutritional Values (per 100 g). Energy 1420 kJ/342 kcal, Fat 25 g of which saturates 18 g, Carbohydrate 2.4 g of which sugars 2.4 g, Protein 26 g, Salt 2.7 g.

Cheesemaking. After 60 days of maturation, the small wheels are aged between layers of carefully selected walnut leaves for a further 30 days.

Ageing. 90 days.

 

Fully Edible Natural Rind. Slightly irregular, amber in colour, fully edible and rich in flavour. Every Caseificio dei Barbi cheese features a fully edible natural rind, intended to be enjoyed as an integral part of the tasting experience. Unlike many commercially produced cheeses, our rinds are made without chemical surface treatments, allowing the entire cheese to be enjoyed. This reflects our commitment to traditional cheesemaking, natural production methods and meticulous craftsmanship.

Texture. Compact, slightly grainy, supple and soft.

Paste. Deep yellow.

Flavour. Full, savoury and aromatic.

Aroma. Notes of leather, dried fruit, walnut husk and lemon balm.

 

Packaging. Each cheese is vacuum-sealed and then carefully hand-wrapped. As our cheeses are handcrafted using traditional methods and free from chemical surface preservatives or antifungal treatments, vacuum packaging is the best way to preserve their freshness, integrity and natural characteristics throughout storage and transport. It also ensures that every part of the cheese, including the rind, remains fully edible.

Formats Available. Approx. 330 g wheel.

Storage. Keep refrigerated at 4–10°C.

Shelf Life. 5 months from the packing date.

Serving Advice. For cheeses from the Gli Affinati, Le Riserve di Fattoria and Eccellenze di Montalcino collections, remove the cheese from the refrigerator and its vacuum pack 2–3 hours before serving. Wrap it in a clean cloth and leave it to breathe at room temperature. This allows excess moisture to evaporate, restores the cheese’s natural texture and allows its aromas and flavours to fully develop.

 

Suggested Wine Pairing. Sangiovese BIO Senza Solfiti Aggiunti IGT Toscana rosso Fattoria dei Barbi >

 

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