Fiore Sardo DOP
The most ancient cheese of Sardinia, the origin is dated back to the bronze age. This special DOP cheese can be produced exclusively in the island
it’s Made artisanally from full-cream raw sheep’s milk. After production the shepherd places it in the hut for a natural smoked procedure according to the tradition
Fiore Sardo is artisanally aged in a dedicated room where each wheel gets wet on the crust with olive oil. The Fiore is an explosion of aromas, the flavor is intense with a pleasent smoky aftertaste
protected denomination of origin - POD
EACH WHEEL IS PRODUCED ACCORDING TO THE RULES OF THE CONSORTIUM'S DISCIPLINARY FOR THE protection of fiore sardo AND MARKED TO GUARANTEE THE HIGHER QUALITY STANDARDs
texture - Hard & crumbly with maturation
shape - Cylindrical
Aging - 4 - 12 months
Weight - Wheel 3.5 kg
Wedge 1 kg - 0.200 g
Packing - Hand wrapped into a bag & cryovac
How to eat Fiore?
Ideally grated on pasta dishes or simply to be paired with honey and a glass of wine