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Gorgonzola Piccante
Firmer aged Gorgonzola with a crumbly bite and pronounced peppery, earthy and salty blue flavor.
Milk & style
Cow’s milk • firm blue
Aged Approximately 3–6 months
Tang 8/10 · Funkiness 7/10
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Food, wine & beer pairings
Food
Figs, walnuts, steak and risotto
Wine
Barolo, Amarone or Port
Beer
Imperial stout or Belgian strong ale
More about this cheese
History & producer
Gorgonzola DOP consortium dairies, Italy Gorgonzola is an ancient northern Italian blue associated with Lombardy and Piedmont; its name and method are protected by DOP rules. Piccante is aged longer for a firmer body and sharper bite; confirm the exact dairy on the foil or case label.
At the cheese counter
“Piccante is the stronger Gorgonzola—firmer, sharper and ideal when someone wants a bold blue.”
In the kitchen
MELTING: Very good – strong flavor carries through sauces and baked dishes. GRATING: Excellent when cold because it is firmer and drier than Dolce. SHAVING: Excellent when cold – its firmer texture produces thin, flavorful shavings.
Enjoy within
5–7 days after opening
Keep refrigerated and wrap well. “Enjoy within” is a best-quality guide; follow the package date and store food-safety procedures. Product details vary; confirm the current wheel or package label. The complete PDF includes the rennet reference and source notes.
