Occelli al Barolo
Occelli al Barolo
Discover the enchanting Occelli al Barolo. A spectacular 'drunken cheese' by Beppino Occelli, made from cow's and sheep's milk and aged for months in grape marc and real Barolo DOCG wine.
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Description Occelli al Barolo
Experience an absolute Italian masterpiece with the Occelli al Barolo. Grandmaster Beppino Occelli has created pure art with this cheese. The base of cow's and sheep's milk undergoes a months-long ripening process and is then lovingly soaked in marc (grape must) and refined with authentic Barolo DOCG. This gives the cheese its unmistakable rich, fruity and slightly intoxicating flavor profile that is praised worldwide.
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- ✔ Delicious blend of high-quality Italian cow's and sheep's milk
- ✔ Aged in grape marc and authentic Barolo DOCG wine
- ✔ Complex, robust flavor with fruity and wine-like notes
- ✔ Safely delivered to your home chilled
An Award-Winning Masterpiece
Beppino Occelli is a symbol of absolute perfection in Italian cheese art. With this creation, the cheese layer absorbs the rich flavors of the Nebbiolo grape must (known from Barolo) for months. It is not without reason that this cheese was crowned the best 'Drunken cheese' in Italy in 1999 and won the prestigious Gold Medal in 2015 at the World Cheese Awards.
With its crumbly texture and intense, deep wine aromas, the Occelli al Barolo is the star on any cheese board. It is a fantastic conclusion to a luxurious dinner. To make the flavor explosion completely perfect, it is best combined with a superior red wine - and preferably a full-bodied Barolo or Barbaresco.
Product Information & Ingredients
Ingredients: Cow's milk (milk origin: Italy) (67.2%), sheep's milk (milk origin: Italy) (17.7%), grape marc (origin Italy) (10%), Barolo DOCG wine (at origin) (4%), sea salt, rennet.
Frequently asked questions
Is the rind of the cheese edible?
The cheese is covered with a rich layer of grape marc in which the cheese has matured. Although this is completely natural and provides the fantastic wine taste, many people leave the coarse outside because of the intense, sometimes somewhat hard structure. The inside of the cheese is where the real magic happens!
Do you have more cheeses from Beppino Occelli in your range?
Yes certainly! We are a huge fan of this Italian cheese master. View the full range in the Beppino Occelli cheeses category for even more exclusive gems.
More information
| Dimension whole cheese | 30 cm Ø x 9 cm H |
|---|---|
| Brand | Beppino Occelli |
| Flavor strength | Piquant |
| Country origin | Italy
|
| Nutritional information | per 100 grams |
| fat (gr) | 31 |
| Saturated fat (gr) | 22 |
| Calories (kcal) | 396 |
| Kilojoules (KJ) | 1659 |
| Carbohydrates (gr) | 3,5 |
| Protein (gr) | 23 |
| Type of milk | Sheep
|
| Type of rennet | Rennet |
| Lactose-free | No |
| Pasteurized Yes/No | Pasteurized |
| Limited shelf life | No |
Customer Reviews
Der Käse ist ist sehr angenehm im Geschmack und erhält durch den Barolo Trester einen einzigartigen Geschmack, die Weinaromen harmonieren hier sehr gut mit dem Käse.
Lieferung, Kühlung und Verpackung war tadellos.