ricotta

Fresh ricotta made from ewe’s milk, traditionally crafted by adding ewe’s milk to pasteurised ewe’s milk whey in the cheese vat. This gives the ricotta its characteristic softness and body, with a particularly delicate, velvety texture.

 

Ingredients. Ewe’s milk whey, pasteurised ewe’s milk, salt.

Nutritional Values (per 100 g). Energy 654 kJ/157 kcal, Fat 11.5 g of which saturates 7.4 g, Carbohydrate 4.2 g of which sugars 4.2 g, Protein 9.5 g, Salt 0.2 g.

Cheesemaking. Ewe’s milk is added to pasteurised ewe’s milk whey in the cheese vat.

 

Texture. Soft, delicate and buttery, with a pleasant creaminess.

Paste. Milky white.

Flavour. Full and delicate, with balanced savoury notes that linger on the palate.

Aroma. Subtle, clean and delicate, with the fresh aroma of milk.

 

Packaging. Heat-sealed tray.

Formats Available. Approx. 1.5–2 kg.

Storage. Keep refrigerated at 4–10°C.

Shelf Life. 7 days from the packing date.

 

Suggested Wine Pairing. Rosso di Montalcino DOC Fattoria dei Barbi >

 

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