Moliterno is a semi-hard or hard sheep’s milk cheese and a symbol of Central’s cheesemaking tradition — the perfect balance between sweetness and spiciness. Crafted with skill and passion, each bite is a flavorful journey that brings a smile and celebrates authentic taste.
Details of excellence
Weighing approximately 5.2–5.6 kg and aged for 120 days, Moliterno should be stored at a temperature between 4°C and 6°C.
Key ingredients
Pasteurized sheep’s milk, salt, rennet.
Milk origin
The sheep’s milk used for this outstanding product comes from Italian farms, ensuring quality and freshness.
Moliterno cheese is best enhanced by aged, refined, and complex red wines with notes of dark fruits, spices, and tobacco, offering a smooth and persistent finish. It also pairs perfectly with top-fermentation beers that have a rich aromatic profile, balancing malty sweetness, light toasty notes, and a sugary finish.
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Go to RecipesMoliterno is an Italian excellence that earned a spot on the podium at the World Cheese Awards 2 times.
2023-2024
Gold Medal
2014-2015
Bronze Medal
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