1 hour(s)
English
Included
€ 25
€ 23.00
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Step into the world of traditional cheese-making in the enchanting Alto Molise region, where heritage, craftsmanship, and taste come together in a journey through centuries-old practices. This guided tour offers a deep dive into the art of stretched-curd cheese production, a tradition passed down through eleven generations. From watching skilled artisans handcraft cheese in a lively production lab to exploring stone-walled aging cellars, you’ll witness every stage of the meticulous process that transforms raw, local milk into exceptional cheeses.
Your experience begins with a warm welcome and a visitor kit, preparing you to step into the heart of this artisanal craft. In the production area, immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and aromas of traditional cheese-making as expert cheesemakers perform the time-honored filatura process by hand, using wooden tools. Learn about the importance of whey starter in developing flavors and the preservation of ancient techniques used to create cheeses like Caciocavallo and ricotta. Continue your journey through the salting rooms and into the maturation cellar, where the award-winning aged Caciocavallo cheese develops its signature texture and complexity. Named the best aged stretched-curd cheese in Italy in 2022, this delicacy highlights the dedication and mastery behind every product.
Conclude your visit with a tasting of three signature stretched-curd cheeses, showcasing the rich flavors of Alto Molise. Experience the deep ties between cheese-making and the region’s UNESCO-recognized transhumance tradition in this unforgettable culinary journey.
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Thema don't have opening times in google. As i arrived, they were closed. I just came in this region of the island to buy products 9.a.m
I recomend to buy cheese from here. All other things you can find cheaper in other places, even half the price.
I was expecting a mini tour, but this is just the front end of a local producer. You can, however, taste the products on sale which are good quality, I picked up a local, strong flavoured cheese that was divine. They also have other items presumably from local producers.
A real find, worth stopping for a charming, authentic experience. Excellent local produce shop. Also has a short film showing how the cheese is made that is well worth 10 minutes to watch.
The woman who greeted us was super friendly and happy to explain the process of cheese making. The cheese we tasted really tasted freshly made and of milk, how it should be!! A go to! We bought the freshest eggs ever and the best feta and cheese aged in oil I have ever tried.
