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A rare cheese that is produced exclusively in Sicily, Piacentinu is most noted for its striking yellow color which results from the addition of saffron during the cheese-making process. In typical Sicilian fashion, this sheep's milk cheese from Enna is flavored with whole black peppercorns. Still made by hand using ancient traditions, Piacentinu is crafted using antique tools and wooden vats. Aged for three months, it has a mellow yet distinct flavor and a dry texture.
  • Made from pasteurized sheep's milk.
  • Photo depicts whole 9 lb. form of cheese.
  • We cut and wrap this item by hand.
Size: 7.5 ounces Item: 463S
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By RAB777
from n.e. Tenn.
on Jun 07, 2017
disappointing
I love saffron. I love pepper. I love cheese. This was a disappointment. While it had a nice saffron flavor (I could care less about color), that was the only flavor it had. No cheese flavor. Bland. Tasteless... and the consistency was entirely unpleasant. One review described it pretty well, "waxy". It is not creamy or buttery. Needs a little salt and/or honey. Would have worked with a Muenster or Sharp cheddar. This was a waste of good saffron (and presumably good sheep's milk).
By Frank Cannonito
from Irvine, CA
on Jun 03, 2017
Exceptional cheese
I have bought this cheese many times from igourmet because it is so delicious. It is oily with peppercorns and saffron and is a tasty peccorino to snack on.
By Alexandra
from Daytona Beach, Florida
on Apr 01, 2017
Tantalizing
igourmet.com provides the most coveted products unavailable in my location. The cheese (s) are consistently rewarding to this loyal customer,
By Gabby
from D.C.
on Jun 27, 2016
Great cheese, fast service!
Excellent service, wonderful product! Will definitely order from igourmet again soon!
By YoungGandalf
from Wyoming
on Jul 12, 2015
Nice addition to an assortment
The taste needs a little getting used to. Not everyone will like it I reckon. I find it earthy, like the big peppercorns in it. Can't eat too much of it at a time, but a good choice in a plate of cheese to reset the palate. Can stand its own after strong cheese, although it is a less pungent cheese generally speaking.
By Diamondback
from California
on Mar 30, 2015
May be too much for Some
While the flavor in this cheese is wonderful...the peppercorns are mostly whole. I suggest that if you don't love pepper this might not be the cheese for you.
By Bob Schneider
from Belle Vernon, PA
on Jan 06, 2015
A lot going on here
Piacentinu is a very strange and complex cheese. First, there's the firm, waxy consistency unlike any other cheese I've tried. (The closest comparison I can think of is Norwegian Gjetost, another odd duck.) Then there's the deep yellow coloring from the saffron, which naturally gives the cheese a very distinctive flavor. If all that isn't enough, you've also got whole black peppercorns to add some heat and spice and give the texture even more complexity. I'm not sure if the whole combination comes together as seamlessly as one might wish, but this is a highly original, novel cheese that offers a genuinely unique experience for any cheese lover.
By cpsichik
from ca
on May 03, 2013
INteresting cheese
Beautiful color -- interesting flavor. the peppercorns give it a bit of a bite. nice pairing with sicilian whites. very rich
By cicciuzzu
from Irvine, CA
on Oct 12, 2008
A taste of Sicilia
A strong cheese which I and my Sicilian friends enjoy. Since the flavor is complex we eat it raw with bread or grated over a simple pasta such as pasta agghiu e ogghiu (oil and garlic).
By Cicciuzzu
from Irvine, CA
on Sep 22, 2007
Excellent Sicilian Cheese
Recently, I together with 3 sicilian friends sat down with piacentinu, onions, sicilian bread and a bottle of Neru D'Avola. We had found our own Sicily in California. Piacentinu is a firm, oily cheese which can be grated but also eaten in cut pieces. Biting into a piece of this cheese which contains a peppercorn releases a taste sensation that is hard to beat. If you like STRONG cheese forget parmeggiano, pecorino and try piacentinu for a wonderfully rich and unique taste.
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