A bold sheep’s milk cheese, enriched with the intensity of whole black peppercorns, arranged in three hand-layered strata. Its strong and intense flavor, with amber hues running through its white or slightly straw-colored paste, is made for those who appreciate bold and distinctive tastes.
Details of excellence
Weighing approximately 13–15 kg and aged for 120–180 days, Canestrato Pepato should be stored at a temperature between 4°C and 6°C.
Key ingredients
Pasteurized sheep’s milk, salt, black peppercorns max. 1%, rennet.
Milk origin
The sheep’s milk used for this outstanding product comes from Italian farms, ensuring quality and freshness.
Our recipes are a journey through authentic flavors that give life to refined dishes, wisely complemented by the aromatic notes of our cheeses.
Go to RecipesCanestrato Pepato is an Italian excellence that earned a spot on the podium at the World Cheese Awards 3 times.
2022-2023
Bronze Medal
2021-2022
Bronze Medal
2018-2019
Super Gold Medal
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