Product Reviews and Ratings - Italy - Pecorino Toscano from igourmet

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(based on 12 ratings)

Located in:Cheese, Italy

Unlike our other Pecorino's, this one is not aged. Pecorino Toscano is a young 100% sheep's milk cheese, only about 40 days old when it arrives on our shores. Because it is a young cheese, it is somewhat discreet; almost shy. As the cheese first hits your tongue, you detect a hint of Tuscan herbs, grass and wildflowers. The aftertaste it leaves on your palate is a wonderfully complex flavor that is hard to describe, but easy to enjoy. Authentic Pecorino Toscano is name-controlled by the Italian Government, meaning that in order for a cheese to bear the name, it must be made to exact specifications and only in defined locales. This one is truly a special item.

Made from pasteurized sheep's milk.
Photo depicts whole 4.5 lb. form of cheese.
We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.

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Product Reviews Summary

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.6 stars

(based on 12 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Creamy(6), Delicate(6), Flavorful(6), Smooth(7)

Best Uses:

After dinner(4), Hors d'oeuvre(8)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(4), Frequent diner(3), Simple tastes(4)

Just like the cheese I had in Tuscany!

By Texas lady

from Pensacola, Fl on 11/15/2008

Gift:

Pros:

Buttery, Creamy, Nutty, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, With red wine

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Pecorino Toscano:

It brings back a lovely memory of a warm day at a market in Tuscany. The cheese was very warm from the sun and incredible! We ate it in the car on our drive home with fresh bread.

Delicate cheese

By Southern Harley from Lexington, KY on 6/18/2008

Pros:

Creamy, Delicate, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Pecorino Toscano:

I first tasted this cheese in Italy - when I returned home I immediately set about finding it here in the US. This cheese is wonderful with fruits or just eaten as a quick snack. It also makes a sandwich or panini delicious!

Just like in Florence

By Amanda from Pineville, LA on 6/5/2008

Pros:

Creamy, Delicate, Firm, Flavorful, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Pecorino Toscano:

I had this cheese in Florence and it was so good. This brought me back to the villa.

allergic to cows milk! this is wonderful

By tankgirl from sierra vista, az on 4/28/2008

Pros:

Delicate, Firm, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Pecorino Toscano:

I am allergic to cows milk. I have tried other sheep milk products and they always had a nasty after taste. this cheese is a godsend for me. I had not had cheese on a sandwitch in 4 years. I am glad I found you.

Bringing back Tuscan memories

By kitchen christine

from san diego, ca on 11/18/2007

Pros:

Delicate, Flavorful, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Pecorino Toscano:

I first tasted this cheese in Florence served with sliced pears and drizzled with acacia honey. It was an instant favorite for me. I smuggled a little back home and was heartbroken when I ran out an realized I could not find it locally in any of my specialty shops. [...]

Great Cheese, I would buy this again

By FNP from Vermont on 11/14/2007

Pros:

Delicate, Flavorful

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Pecorino Toscano:

Wonderful cheese form Italy. I had this once and have looked for it in many places. Finally found it here at [@]. If you like pecorino or sheep's milk cheese then this is one you should not miss.

Always a good choice

By Keeterbug's Momma

from New Philadelphia, Oh on 10/13/2007

Pros:

Smooth

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Pecorino Toscano:

I first tasted this cheese while visiting California's wine country. This was an excellent cheese to pair with fruit, a good bottle of wine and a baguette. It just doensn't get any better. I have since ordered it several times [...] for myself, as well as, for gifts and have never been disappointed!

True Tuscan Taste

By Cheese Nut

from VA on 9/29/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Cheese Nut, Frequent Diner

Comments about Pecorino Toscano:

We've been trying to match the tastes of some of the Pecorinos we sampled in Tuscany. This is one good match.

Inconsistancy, but still good product.

By Lover of Florence from New Orleans, LA on 7/4/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Delicate

Cons:

More aged than I like

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, With jam

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Pecorino Toscano:

When purchased the first time,it was perfect. The last two times it is a little more aged and firm than I prefer.

SImply amazing

By AZBucknut from Florida on 5/8/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, special

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Pecorino Toscano:

One of my ultimate favorite chesses!

The Best!! Just like cheese in Florence!

By Linda and Fast Eddie

from Florida on 2/23/2007

Pros:

Durable, Good Value, High Quality

Best Uses:

For dessert with wine

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Pecorino Toscano:

This is the cheese we were hunting for...just like we had in Italy!!

Close to Pecorino Fresca

By Nancy ex Florence from New Orleans on 2/23/2007

Pros:

Fresh mild Florencian, High Quality

Best Uses:

with crackers, perserves

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Pecorino Toscano:

We were looking for a unaged mild cheese close to the Pecorino Fresca we enjoyed in Florence, Italy. This is the closest we found. It didn't last long.

Customer Reviews about the Pecorino Toscano at igourmet