Pecorino

A sheep cheese from Italy. Pecorino is Italy's sheep's milk cheese par excellence. Made from pure sheep's milk, this firm cheese has a bold, salty flavor with a pleasant sharpness that's more intense than cow's milk cheeses. Its grainy texture makes it ideal for grating, but it's just as delicious cut into cubes.

In Italian cooking, Pecorino is indispensable: from cacio e pepe to pasta alla gricia, this cheese is the backbone of countless classic recipes. Its full, salty flavor holds its own against strong ingredients like black pepper, guanciale and fresh herbs. Served on a charcuterie and cheese board with a drizzle of honey, Pecorino is a revelation.

Pairs well with: a glass of Chianti, Pecorino wine (yes, that's a thing!) or a dry rosé. Essential in cacio e pepe, grated over pasta or risotto. Serve as-is with honey, pear and walnuts. Compare with our Parmigiano Reggiano for the cow's milk counterpart, or our Manchego for a Spanish sheep's milk cheese.