Gorgonzola Piccante

Gorgonzola Piccante (also known as Gorgonzola Naturale or Mountain Gorgonzola) is the bold variety of the well-known Gorgonzola, originating from the Lombardy and Piedmont regions of northern Italy.

• Milk type: Cow’s milk
• Texture: Firm, crumbly and grainy
• Flavor: Intense, spicy, salty and sharp, with pronounced blue-mold notes
• Aging: At least 3 to 4 months (longer than the milder Gorgonzola Dolce)
• Rind: Natural rind, often a light orange-brown color