Product Reviews and Ratings - Italy - Taleggio from igourmet

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(based on 12 ratings)

Located in: Cheese, Italy

The softest, creamiest member of the famous Italian Stracchino cheeses, Taleggio was first made in the valley of the same name, located in the historic province of Bergamo. Taleggio made its debut in the international cheese markets after World War I, around the same time as its cousin Bel Paese. Its rough, rosy crust (inedible), pale yellow interior, and rich and buttery, fruity, slightly salty flavor are what give Taleggio its individuality. Taleggio's soft, incredibly flavorful interior is creamy in texture and has a pungent aroma. Perfectly paired with bold red wines like Sangiovese, melted into polenta, or just served with crusty bread. The cheese imparts the essence of the Italian countryside in such a demonstrative manner that you could swear you were sitting among the cows on a grassy hillside in Lombardy.

Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
Photo depicts whole 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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Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.8 stars

(based on 12 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Creamy(11), Flavorful(9), Pungent(6), Rich(8), Smooth(8)

Best Uses:

After dinner(4), Hors d'oeuvre(7)

Describe Yourself:

Frequent diner(3)

WONDERFUL

By XEALFA from Atlanta, GA on 6/7/2010

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Pros:

Buttery, Creamy, LOVE brie better

Best Uses:

Gifts, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Taleggio:

WONDERFUL, if u like brie you will LOVE this.

memories

By james from menlo Park, ca on 5/17/2010

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Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Cons:

Salty

Best Uses:

Gifts, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Taleggio:

It brought back memories when I was a child in Italy - Try as I might to get something as good from there to here was impossible till now.

it's one of the best taleggio

By ruccoli from miami on 4/5/2010

Gift:

Pros:

Buttery, Complex, Creamy, Flavorful

Best Uses:

After Dinner

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Taleggio:

Everyone in my family was enthusiast

One of our Favorite Cheeses

By Husker Fan

from Omaha, NE on 11/27/2008

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Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Taleggio:

We usually eat this with crackers, wine, and a balsimic vinegar creme. We also love it by itself too.

delicious cheese from Italy

By Bob the cheese critic from Mobile, Al on 7/14/2008

Pros:

Creamy, Delicate, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Taleggio:

I loved the cheese. It did not last long

A cheese lover's heaven!

By Skip from Newport Beach, CA on 7/6/2008

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Cocktail time, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Gourmet

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Taleggio:

This cheese makes a great hors d'oeuvre with pungent drinks like stout, ale, and dark beer.

Bella Fromaagio

By KD from Denver on 5/8/2008

Pros:

Creamy, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Taleggio:

Good stuff - should be served at room temperature. Great with Viogner

LOVE IT!!

By Carolee from Nevada City, CA on 1/8/2008

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Taleggio:

Taleggio is a most wonderful cheese. It is stinky, but we like it that way. It is smooth and buttery and great on toast. [...]

Try it, you'll like it

By Jo

from Reading PA on 9/14/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, With wine and fruit

Describe Yourself:

Cheese enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Taleggio:

I quess I would describe this as an Italian brie. It is addictive, believe me.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

"What a treat"

By Peugot

from NJ on 4/16/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Fruit, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Appreciate the best, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious, Love cheese, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Taleggio:

I purchased this product based on the product description and customer reviews. Both were accurate. I would not hesitate in buying Taleggio again. It was a hit with my guests! Thank you to those customers who reviewed this product.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Our house favorite

By pm cheese lover

from Denver, CO on 3/4/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hor d'oevre

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Taleggio:

This is the best Taleggio I have ever had. Some times Taleggio can be overly salty. This cheese is pungent and so yummy! My husband and I fight over the last piece. I like it plain or with tart berry jam.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

stinky yummy!!!

By cleo1340 from sparks nv. on 2/22/2007

Pros:

High Quality

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Taleggio:

really good smelly cheese. We can't get anything close to this here in Sparks Nv. [...]

Customer Reviews about the Taleggio at igourmet