Pecorino Romano

Pecorino Romano DOP – 200g
The Ancient Roman Cheese with a Bold, Salty Spirit

Description:
Crafted in the heart of Italy according to 3,000-year-old traditions, this Pecorino Romano DOP is a masterpiece of sheep’s milk cheese. Made exclusively from the milk of free-grazing Sardinian sheep and aged for 8-12 months, it develops a hard, grainy texture and an intensely savory, slightly piquant flavor with notes of toasted nuts and wild herbs.

Unlike its milder cousin Pecorino Toscano, Romano boasts a bold, salty character – a legacy of its original role as sustenance for Roman legionaries. The natural rind bears the authentic DOP mark, guaranteeing its origin in Lazio, Sardinia, or Grosseto.

Why It’s Special: 
✔ DOP Protected – Produced only in designated regions using ancient methods
✔ 100% Sheep’s Milk – Richer in flavor and digestibility than cow’s milk cheeses
✔ Umami Powerhouse – Contains natural glutamates for deep flavor enhancement
✔ Historical Legacy – Julius Caesar’s troops received this as military rations

Culinary Uses:
• Classic: Grated over Cacio e Pepe, Carbonara, or Amatriciana pasta
• Modern: Shaved onto kale salads or roasted vegetables
• Traditional: Served with pears, chestnut honey, or robust red wines

Storage: Keep refrigerated. For optimal flavor, wrap in parchment paper and consume within 3 weeks of opening.

A taste of history – one grating reveals why this cheese built an empire.

*(200g wedge, vacuum-sealed for freshness.)*