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Piave Vecchio
Nutty, sweet-savory and caramel-like with a fruity finish.
Milk & style
Cow; usually pasteurized • Origin Veneto – Belluno
Tang 4/10 · Funkiness 2/10
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Food, wine & beer pairings
Food
Polenta, risotto, pears, walnuts or balsamic vinegar
Wine
Amarone or Soave
Beer
Bock or brown ale
More about this cheese
History & producer
Origin Veneto – Belluno dairy or affineur – verify the current wheel label Piave Vecchio belongs to the italian tradition associated with Origin Veneto – Belluno. Recipes and sourcing can vary by shipment, so use the current package or wheel label to identify the exact dairy and milk treatment.
At the cheese counter
An aged cow's-milk cheese with Parmesan-like uses and a sweeter, rounder flavor.
In the kitchen
MELTING: Very good with gentle heat; aged pieces may release a little oil. GRATING: Excellent when cold. SHAVING: Excellent when cold – use a vegetable peeler or cheese plane.
Enjoy within
7-14 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.
