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Bring a touch of spice and crunch to your cheese board with Monti Trentini’s Caciotta with Black Peppercorns. Made from 100 % Italian cow’s milk from a short supply chain and infused with whole black peppercorns, this fresh cheese is aged a minimum of 5 days, delivering a creamy texture punctuated by peppery bursts.
Tasting Notes
- Aroma: Warm, slightly spicy fragrance with black pepper prominence
- Flavor: Creamy, milky sweetness up front, followed by bold peppercorn heat and zesty bite
- Texture: Soft to semi-soft, smooth but with small crunchy bits of peppercorns
- Finish: Lingering pepper warmth, with hints of citrusy / piney notes from the peppercorns
Ingredients & Specs
- Ingredients: Pasteurized cow’s milk, salt, black pepper in grains, rennet
- Allergens: Contains milk / dairy
- Rind: Not meant to be eaten
- Aging: Minimum 5 days
- Format: approx. 8 oz wedge
Pairings & Usage
- Serve with crusty bread, rustic crackers, or sliced pear / apple
- Great with cured meats (prosciutto, salami) and fig or quince jam
- Use in warm applications: melt on polenta, crostini, or over potatoes
- Pairs well with robust whites (e.g. Sauvignon Blanc), light reds, or a peppery rosé
Storage & Serving
- Keep refrigerated
- Best enjoyed within a few days of opening
- Bring to room temperature (~20 min) before serving to maximize flavor
- Use a sharp knife to preserve peppercorn texture
Product of Italy
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