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This is the one of the world's most famous Provolone cheeses, imported directly from Italy. Auricchio Provolone is renowned for its distinctively sharp, full-bodied flavor, a characteristic it earns from a long, patient aging process.
The Auricchio family has been a prestigious name in cheesemaking since 1877. This Provolone Piccante is their hallmark product, with each wheel carefully crafted and aged for a minimum of 12 months. This extended aging develops a firm, slightly crumbly texture and a powerful, spicy, and unforgettable taste. In Italy, you'll often see these impressive cheeses hanging from the rafters of local shops, a symbol of their quality.
We handle this cheese with the respect it deserves. Your piece of Auricchio Provolone is cut fresh from the log the same day you order it. It is immediately vacuum-packed to seal in its robust flavor, then placed in a thick-walled cooler with ice packs to ensure it arrives at your home in perfect condition.
This is a serious table cheese. While you can grate it, its complex character is best when sliced and served on an antipasto platter. Pair it with high-quality salami, briny olives, and a full-bodied red wine. It also stands up beautifully on its own with just a piece of crusty bread.
It translates to "Spicy" or "Sharp" Provolone. Unlike the mild, creamy 'Provolone Dolce' (sweet), 'Piccante' is aged for a much longer period—in this case, 12 months. This aging process removes moisture and concentrates the flavors, resulting in a firm, sharp, and tangy cheese.
Auricchio is a specific, historic brand that has been synonymous with high-end Provolone since 1877. They use a proprietary starter culture and a meticulous aging process that gives their cheese its unique, trademarked flavor profile. It's considered by many to be the benchmark for Provolone Piccante.
Your cheese arrives vacuum-sealed and can be stored in your refrigerator for several weeks. Once you open the seal, wrap any unused portion tightly in plastic wrap or (preferably) cheese paper. Store it in the vegetable crisper drawer of your fridge to maintain the best humidity.
