1. Style
Rustico with Black Pepper
A Mellow Cheese with a Surprise Kick
Related Resources
Cheese Recipes

Country and Region of Origin: Italy, Rome Region

Type of Cheese: A straw-colored, sheep's milk cheese. It has been aged for 30 days.

Texture: Semi-soft.

Rind: No rind.

Tasting Notes: This is a mellow, tangy, salty cheese with an added kick from the cracked peppercorns.

Wine Pairing: A young Chianti would be delicious served alongside this cheese.

Serving Suggestions: This cheese would make an interesting addition to a cheese board. Served with crackers, it would also be a nice accompaniment to fruit such as grapes, berries or melons.

Subscribe to the Newsletter
Name
Email

Discuss in my forum

©2012 About.com. All rights reserved.

A part of The New York Times Company.