Aged Caciocavallo 1Kg - Tenuta Chirico

Caciocavallo Curato – The authentic flavor of the Southern hills 🧀☀️

From the green hills of Cilento, a land kissed by the sun and caressed by the sea breeze, comes the Caciocavallo Cilentano, a cheese with a strong character and a genuine soul.
An excellent product that encapsulates the millenary tradition of cheesemaking and the passion of local master cheesemakers, guardians of an ancient knowledge passed down from generation to generation.

Artisanal processing and authentic ingredients 🐄

The Caciocavallo Cilentano is produced exclusively with raw cow's milk from local farms, where the animals are fed naturally and roam freely among the Cilento hills.

The processing is completely artisanal:

• The milk is curdled and hand-cut into small granules.

• The mass is then pulled in hot water, shaped into its unmistakable pear shape with a pronounced head, and tied with string for aging.

• Aging follows for a period of at least 30–60 days, during which the cheeses are turned and brushed by hand, promoting the formation of a golden and compact rind.

The result is a cheese with a compact straw-yellow paste, with small holes and a fragrance reminiscent of hay, milk, and fresh butter.

Flavor and aroma of tradition 😍

On the palate, the Caciocavallo Cilentano offers an intense and harmonious experience.
Its taste is pronounced yet balanced, with notes of milk, butter, and hay, and a delicate hint of black pepper.
The texture is firm yet melting, capable of releasing all the warmth and richness of the Cilento land.

🍽️ Ideal for any occasion:

• Fresh, as an appetizer or a main course with a full flavor

• Aged, to grate on first or second courses

• Melted, to enrich pizzas, sandwiches, or timbales

Caciocavallo Impiccato – An ancient ritual with an irresistible flavor 🔥

One of the most fascinating traditions of Southern Italy, particularly in Campania and Basilicata, is the ritual of Caciocavallo Impiccato: a simple yet spectacular preparation that transforms this cheese into a creamy and melting fondue with an irresistible aroma.

Traditional preparation:

1. Cut a seasoned Caciocavallo in half.

2. Hang it from a wire above a brazier or grill.

3. Let it melt slowly over the heat of the coals until the cheese begins to gently ooze.

4. Collect the warm cream on a slice of rustic bread or bruschetta and enjoy it while still melting.

The result is a convivial and authentic experience, capable of uniting taste, tradition, and spectacle in a single gesture.

A treasure of Cilento to discover and enjoy 💛

The Caciocavallo Cilentano is more than just cheese: it is a symbol of the rural culture of Southern Italy, a link between the land, the animals, and the artisanal work of man.
Each wheel encapsulates the genuineness of a unique territory and the dedication of those who still produce with love and respect for tradition.

📦 Weight: 500 Kg ±10% – Aging 30/60 days – Raw cow's milk

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