VOL. 1 JAN19
THE LITTLE BOOK OF CHEESE
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Enoteca Sileno Cheese Library, is inspired by the idea of cultivating the art of cheese appreciation, where turophiles can indulge and deepen their knowledge on cheeses and those who have a budding interest can begin their learning journey. Our library showcases a range of Italian artisanal cheeses, carefully selected and allowed to develop to their full potential through natural maturation. Together with our wine portfolio, which features over 550 wines, liqueurs and distillates, our cheese and wine curators are on hand to introduce and recommend the best, unique selection for you to savour. Salute!
Italian cheeses are famous for many reasons, and the best cheeses, like fine wines, are protected by a seal of geographical origin. Point of origin is important because it guarantees that the cheese was made following strict and traditional guidelines. This designation not only ensures quality, but it sets high standards for a product which can be affected by many variables. Cheese is a natural product, after all.
PIAVE The traditions of the Belluno Dolomite mountains.
Piave cheese is the most famous cheese typical of Belluno province in Veneto. Created from the experience of local master cheese makers, it is still produced following traditional methods using pasteurised cow’s milk.
for the farming of dairy cattle. Piave cheese has a dense texture, without holes, and is straw-yellow in colour. It has a slightly sweet flavour. Once fully aged, it becomes hard enough for grating, and it develops an
Getting its name from the river of the same name, Piave is born at the base of the Dolomite mountains between ancient woods and green valleys full of pastures, a difficult and rocky environment that has been used for centuries
intense, full-bodied flavour. Piave selected and imported by Enoteca Sileno is available at two stages of maturation: Vecchio (mature) and Vecchio Oro del Tempo (extra mature).
PIAVE DOP – VECCHIO
PIAVE DOP – ORO DEL TEMPO
Pasteurised Cow’s Milk Cheese Hard; Aged min. 180 days Average cheese weight: 6-7 Kg Region: Veneto
Pasteurised Cow’s Milk Cheese Hard; Aged min. 12 months Average cheese weight: 6-7 Kg Region: Veneto
A hard, cooked curd cheese, compact with a friable, soluble structure; its flavour is strong, decidedly fruity and ever sharp, making it an absolutely unique and unmistakable cheese. Perfect in risotto, polenta, panini and cheese boards, serve with fresh fruit such as pears, apricots and figs. Match with full-bodied white or lighter red wines. 18.124.
Piave cheese reaches its full potential after being aged for at least one year when the structure becomes friable, and the taste is full-bodied and absolutely unique. Perfect for appetisers, antipasti and cheese boards. Serve with fresh and preserved fruits and pastes. Match with full bodied reds or passito-style dessert wines. 18.125.
ASIAGO The noblest cheese forever steeped in Italy’s history.
Asiago is a cheese with ancient tradition, which received DOP designation in 1996. It is only made from cow’s milk and produced in an area which stretches from the meadows of the Po Valley to the Alpine pastures of
An important factor in the production of Asiago is a process of pasteurising milk at lower temperatures, allowing the cheese to retain more of its original taste and naturally occurring microorganisms.
the Asiago plateau and Trentino. D’Allevo (raised) refers to the care devoted to the maturation process of this cheese which is available in Mezzano (semi-aged) characterised by a sweet taste, or Vecchio (aged) which is more intense and fragrant.
Generally made from a mix of morning milk & evening milk blends, the fermentation in the process gives the final cheese a unique, delicate piquancy on the tip of the tongue - lactic acidity.
ASIAGO D’ALLEVO DOP MEZZANO
ASIAGO D’ALLEVO DOP VECCHIO ORO DEL TEMPO
Raw Cow’s Milk Cheese Hard; Aged min. 120-300 days Average cheese weight: 9 Kg Region: Veneto
Raw Cow’s Milk Cheese Hard; Aged min. 300 days Average cheese weight: 9 Kg Region: Veneto
The cheese has a compact, yellow pale curd and a slightly sweet
As a result of the additional maturation, this cheese takes on
taste with a nutty aroma. Perfect as an ingredient in regional alpine dishes like polenta with cheese and ragù or ravioli. Serve on a cheese board with fresh fruit, honey, preserves and fruit pastes, especially quince and pear. 18.126.
a distinct, but pleasant sharpness with hints of butterscotch and a fuller taste. This excellent table cheese is perfect with a fabulous glass of red wine. Try pairing with a Valpolicella and Amarone. 18.127.
PECORINO ROMANO Ancient roots, wild pastures.
Pecorino Romano DOP is a cooked, hard cheese made from full-cream sheep’s milk that has its traditional roots in Sardinia and Lazio. The origins of Pecorino Romano date back to the Roman Empire, the processing methods still similar today. The cheese has a thin crust of ivory or natural straw-yellow colour, sometimes capped in black. The texture of this white cheese is firm, friable and crisp or slightly holed.
PECORINO ROMANO DOP
Sheep’s Milk Hard; Aged min. 15 months Average cheese weight: 20-35 Kg Region: Lazio, Sardinia Pecorino Romano can be enjoyed as a table cheese with bread or combined in dishes with cooked vegetable and legumes, especially fava beans. An ideal cheese for crumbling or grating, and it is a must to mix with parmigiano when making pesto alla genovese. Pecorino is a fundamental ingredient in the most famous pasta dishes of Lazio cuisine: Pasta Carbonara and Amatriciana. 18.128. 18.129, 1/8 wheel.
PARMIGIANO REGGIANO The Undisputed, King of Cheeses.
A cheese of the greatest quality, famous throughout the world, produced by Montanari & Gruzza in the provinces of Reggio Emilia. The birth of this fine cheese dates back to about the 12th century, even though the Romans and Etruscans were already familiar with this cheese produced in the Reggio Emilia area. Made from low-fat raw cow’s milk, it is a hard, granular and semi-fat cheese that is white or straw yellow in colour with a natural straw yellow rind. It is characterized by a rich, delicate and full flavour that is never sharp.
PARMIGIANO REGGIANO DOP
Raw Cow’s Milk Hard; Aged min. 24 months Average cheese weight: 35 Kg Region: Reggio Emilia Excellent alone as an appetizer or snack, Parmigiano is used in many typical recipes from the production area as well as throughout Italy. Unbeatable when grated to enhance first courses, from pasta (with tomato sauce, butter, vegetables, meat sauce, pesto) to vegetable soups, rice and other grains. Parmigiano Reggiano pairs very nicely with full-bodied red wines, dessert wines and top quality brut sparkling wines such as Franciacorta. 18.095.
CHEESE BOARD ESSENTIALS
These special and unique accompaniments are the perfect enhancement for a stylish and interesting cheese platter.
ROSSA AMARA BLOOD ORANGE MARMALADE Whole Tarocco blood oranges and brown cane sugar are blended to make this intensely flavoured, slightly bittersweet jam. The consistency is that of a fruit puree and it has no artificial additives. 350g, 13.151.
SAN GIACOMO FIG JAM Made by a farmer who only produces figs and fig products, this rustic jam is comprised of 83% Pugliese figs. It is not too sweet and has a thick texture perfect to serve with mature cheeses. 300g, 15.075.
BELLEI FIG & BALSAMIC JAM Sweet figs plucked from Bellei’s own orchards in Modena are cooked in Balsamic Vinegar and no thickeners are added. It is the perfect marriage of sweetness and tartness (agrodolce) that makes this jam stand out. 220g, 13.112.
CALOGIURI FICONERO (BLACK FIG VINCOTTO) Ficonero is even thicker than original Vincotto after being infused with black figs. The velvety texture persists through the palate with rich caramelised fig flavour. 250ml, 02.098.
LAZZARIS PEAR MOSTARDA SAUCE Pears have long been used to accompany meats and cheese to balance flavours and aid digestion. This sweet-spicy sauce complements many kinds of cheese, from soft and young cheeses, to strong and mature cheeses. 250g, 13.106.
ADI APICOLTURA ORGANIC HONEY ADI uses roving hives to allow their beers to feed on a wide variety of flowers exclusively in pesticide and herbicide-free lands – very important practices for maintaining healthy honey bee colonies. Their honey is 100% certified organic and 100% real Italian honey. Forest Honey 250g, 13.157; Acacia Honey 250g, 13.153.
F. CARTA PANE CARASAU SARDINIAN CRISPBREAD High-quality flour is mixed to form a dough that is rolled into large paper-thin sheets and baked until it rises. It is then split into two and baked again. Double baking allows the natural flavours of this traditionally Sardinian bread to develop. 250g, 15.659.
BACCO LEAVES WITH ROSEMARY Bacco leaves are hand-made from Certified Organic Australian wheat flour, extra virgin olive oil, white wine, sea salt and all-natural flavourings. They are unleavened, are yeastfree, made with no preservatives, and do not contain any artificial colouring or animal products. 130g, 15.960. * Please contact us for our full Bacco Leaves range
TASMANIAN QUINCE PASTE WHEEL The cool Tasmanian climate and fertile soil is the perfect location for growing premium quality quince, resulting in a paste that is beautifully golden amber in colour, smooth, rich and fully flavoured. Made simply from the best fresh local fruit and ingredients, our quince paste contains no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives, making it the perfect accompaniment to your favourite cheese. 1kg, 12.001.
CHEESE KNIVES
GHIZZONI TALEGGIO/SOFT CHEESE KNIFE 18cm, 22S038.
PARMIGIANO REGGIANO KNIFE Cherrywood Handle, 4cm, 22S029.
GHIZZONI GORGONZOLA KNIFE 18cm, 22S037.
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