Auricchio Stravecchio Provolone, Aged 18 Months, 1 lb
$ 28.95
Auricchio Stravecchio Provolone, Aged 18 Months
If you like provolone with a real bite, this is the one.
Auricchio Stravecchio is made in Gazzo di Pieve San Giacomo, near Cremona in Italy's Lombardy region. It is naturally aged for 18 months, giving it a deeper, sharper flavor than the provolone you usually find at the deli counter. It is full-flavored, piquant, and made for people who want their cheese to have some personality.
Auricchio makes it with the family's proprietary rennet, the closely guarded recipe behind its unmistakable flavor.
We cut each one-pound portion fresh from a full wheel after your order comes in, vacuum seal it, and pack it cold for delivery. Shipping is free.
A Note from Frank and Sal
The cheese is firm enough to slice or grate, but softens slightly after sitting at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes. That short rest also allows the aroma and full sharp flavor to open up.
What Is Auricchio Stravecchio Provolone?
Auricchio Stravecchio is Auricchio's most mature Provolone, naturally aged for 18 months in Lombardy, Italy. It has a firm, sliceable texture and a much sharper, more piquant flavor than ordinary deli Provolone or Auricchio Piccante, which is aged for 12 months.
How to Serve Stravecchio Provolone
- Serve it in small slices or chunks with prosciutto, soppressata, olives, and roasted peppers.
- Pair it with crusty Italian bread and a full-bodied red wine.
- Add thin slices to an Italian sandwich when you want more flavor than mild provolone can give you.
- Grate or shave it over pasta, salads, bean soup, or roasted vegetables.
Product Details
- Cheese: Auricchio Stravecchio Provolone
- Made in: Gazzo di Pieve San Giacomo, near Cremona, Lombardy, Italy
- Aging: Naturally aged for 18 months
- Flavor: Extra-sharp, piquant, and full-bodied
- Texture: Semi-firm, sliceable, and slightly crumbly
- Milk: Italian cow's milk
- Size: One 1 lb portion
- Packaging: Cut fresh from the wheel and vacuum sealed
- Allergen: Contains milk
- Rind: The black outer coating is not edible
Which Provolone Is Right for You?
We carry several excellent Italian Provolone cheeses. The best choice depends on how sharp you like your cheese.
- Imported Sharp Provolone: A classic sharp Italian Provolone with a strong but approachable flavor.
- Auricchio Piccante: Aged for 12 months, with a sharper and more pronounced flavor.
- Auricchio Stravecchio: Aged for 18 months and the sharpest, most mature Provolone in the Auricchio line.
If you want the strongest Auricchio Provolone we sell, choose Stravecchio.
Questions About Auricchio Stravecchio
What does Stravecchio mean?
Stravecchio means “extra-aged” or “very old” in Italian. For Auricchio Provolone, it identifies the company's 18-month cheese, the strongest and most mature Provolone in the Auricchio line.
What is the difference between Auricchio Piccante and Stravecchio?
Auricchio Piccante Provolone is aged for 12 months and has a pronounced sharp flavor. Stravecchio is aged for 18 months, giving it a firmer texture and an even deeper, more intense bite.
Is Stravecchio Provolone spicy?
Stravecchio is often described as piquant or spicy, but no peppers or hot spices are added. The bite comes naturally from the rennet and the long aging process. It is sharp and assertive rather than hot like a chili pepper.
Can you melt Auricchio Stravecchio?
Yes. It can be melted into hot sandwiches, pasta dishes, and baked recipes. Because it has such a concentrated flavor, a little goes a long way. It is also excellent served as a table cheese or grated over a finished dish.
How should I store it?
Keep the cheese refrigerated and tightly wrapped after opening. For the best flavor and texture, take out only what you plan to serve and let that portion sit at room temperature for about 20 to 30 minutes.
How is the cheese shipped?
We cut your one-pound portion after the order is placed, vacuum seal it, and pack it cold for delivery. Shipping is free.
If you have been looking for provolone with a serious bite, this is it.