Product Reviews and Ratings - Italy - Tartufino Speziato from igourmet

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(based on 10 ratings)

Located in: Cheese, Italy

From the artisan cheesemakers who created Brillo di Treviso comes Tartufino Speziato. It is a soft-textured cheese whose surface is coated with a treatment of extra virgin olive oil, natural black truffle flavoring and many spices, especially cinnamon and nutmeg. Its aromatic characteristics and delectable flavor make it an excellent cheese for entertaining.

Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
Whole form of cheese is 6 lbs.
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:

4.6 stars

(based on 10 reviews)

90% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Creamy(4), Flavorful(8), Rich(6), Smooth(6)

Best Uses:

After dinner(5), Hors d'oeuvre(8)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(7), Frequent diner(3)

truffles & cheese - yummy

By Kharmu from Philadelphia, PA on 4/5/2010

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Pros:

Buttery, Creamy, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Gifts, Hors d'oeuvre, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tartufino Speziato:

The "coating" on this is better than the ash coating usually found on this type cheese.

Amazing smooth texture

By Cath the traveler from New Palestine, IN on 1/9/2009

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Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tartufino Speziato:

This is a hit with wine before dinner. It just melts in your mouth.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

A worthy alternative to Sottocenere

By Jon C

from New York City on 1/2/2009

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Pros:

Buttery, Complex, Flavorful, Rich

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tartufino Speziato:

I purchased this from iGourmet as a substitute for Sottocenere (another rich black truffle infused cheese from the same dairy), which I am inordinately fond of. It is softer in texture and has somewhat different "dust" on the rind. Serve it very thin with a drop of fig molasses. Then sit back and watch your guests' pupils dilate in ecstasy.

Good but not great

By misslu

from Marina Del Rey, CA on 10/24/2008

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Pros:

Complex, Creamy

Cons:

Didn't like the crust

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tartufino Speziato:

The crusting wasn't tasteful, just powdery.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

From Standard to Sublime

By WWTaster from Upstate, NY on 4/14/2008

Pros:

Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie, Gourmand

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tartufino Speziato:

While Truffle with any cheese is a winning combination, it has become a standard amongst small cheese houses and the cheese-lover in general, and perhaps is given the "Great Cheese!" assessment gratis. This is not the case with this cheese! Building on the already truffle-aroma essence infused into the body of the product, the artists coat the rind with aromatic spices. The dominant flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg empower the taste to new heights. An excellent cheese to introduce to the cheese novice and the cheese-phile alike. Try with mild fruit, light crackers.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Lovely cheese

By Pip07 from Boulder, CO on 4/2/2008

Pros:

aromatic, Flavorful

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tartufino Speziato:

I stumbled upon this cheese quite by accident in a cheese shop and it has become my favorite cheese. The combination of truffle and nutmeg is exquisite! While the cheese itself is not especially notable, the coating is amazing! I like to shave off thin slices and eat it alone.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Perfect for the holidays!

By Sugarbrat from Fair Oaks on 1/4/2008

Pros:

Flavorful, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tartufino Speziato:

We first had this wonderful cheese at Restaurant Gary Danko in San Francisco. It has a delightful flavor of truffles and warm winter spices. Perfect for a cheese course starter, but just as much at home on a dessert cheese plate.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

aroma

By pema

from utah on 10/13/2007

Pros:

aromatic, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, great snack, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Adventurous, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tartufino Speziato:

When the package was opened, I noticed the warm, full aroma of the spices. This aroma is even as you eat the cheese, but it is not overwhelming, but adds to the enjoyment of the cheese. The effect is one of warmth, earthy, "golden".

Different

By Keeterbug's Momma

from New Philadelphia, Oh on 10/13/2007

Pros:

Firm

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner, Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tartufino Speziato:

This was a new choice for me. I was not disappointed, but I don't know if this is something I would order again in the future. I enjoy cheeses that have flavors that jump out at you...this one was good, just not GREAT. Very good paired with fruit and a nice wine. I would recommend this cheese to those who like milder flavors.

Another Fne Italian cheese

By Larry

from PA on 6/6/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Delicate, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tartufino Speziato:

A very slight cinnamon flavor makes this an interesting appetizer.

Customer Reviews about the Tartufino Speziato at igourmet