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Pecorino Verona

from $18.00

Raw Ewe’s Milk | Hard Cheese | Aged 9–15 Months

Pecorino Verona is a hard, Italian-inspired raw sheep milk cheese, naturally pressed and aged on pine for 9–15 months. The rind is frequently cleaned and brushed with extra virgin olive oil, a traditional process that protects the cheese from excessive moisture loss and allows it to maintain a subtle, approachable texture, making it ideal both for the table and for grating.

Named after the quaint town of Verona, located in Eastern Ontario’s cottage country between Kingston and Sharbot Lake, Pecorino Verona combines the sweet nuttiness of raw sheep milk with underlying earthy tones developed during its extended aging.

Wheel Dimensions: 9.75” diameter × 4” high, 4.5  kg wheels

Note: Every wheel is carefully crafted, cut, and packaged by hand. Wedge sizes may vary slightly — listed weights are approximate.

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Raw Ewe’s Milk | Hard Cheese | Aged 9–15 Months

Pecorino Verona is a hard, Italian-inspired raw sheep milk cheese, naturally pressed and aged on pine for 9–15 months. The rind is frequently cleaned and brushed with extra virgin olive oil, a traditional process that protects the cheese from excessive moisture loss and allows it to maintain a subtle, approachable texture, making it ideal both for the table and for grating.

Named after the quaint town of Verona, located in Eastern Ontario’s cottage country between Kingston and Sharbot Lake, Pecorino Verona combines the sweet nuttiness of raw sheep milk with underlying earthy tones developed during its extended aging.

Wheel Dimensions: 9.75” diameter × 4” high, 4.5  kg wheels

Note: Every wheel is carefully crafted, cut, and packaged by hand. Wedge sizes may vary slightly — listed weights are approximate.

Storage Recommendations

  • Keep refrigerated.

  • Store in a loosely sealed container to protect the rind.

  • For best flavor, consume within a few months once cut.

Tasting Notes & Pairings

Flavour: Subtle, sweet, and nutty with underlying earthy complexity from the prolonged aging process. Hard, slightly granular texture, perfect for slicing or grating.

Wine (recommended from our region):
Pairs well with aged Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux-style reds, or other full-bodied, mellow red wines, which complement the earthy and nutty profile.

Craft Beer or Cider:
Try amber ales, English-style bitters, or medium-bodied ciders to highlight the cheese’s nutty, aged flavors.

Craft Beverage (Non-Alcoholic):
Sparkling water, unsweetened iced tea, or a light apple or pear non-alcoholic cider cleanses the palate and balances the richness of the cheese.