Bianco Sardo Cheese

Mitica BiancoSardo is a pasteurized sheep’s milk cheese (pecorino) from the island of Sardinia, crafted using age-old techniques that highlight the region’s cheesemaking heritage. Produced in the traditional style known as en canestrato, the cheese is shaped in wicker baskets that leave behind its distinctive basket rind. Once it is firm enough to handle, it is rubbed with olive oil and carefully aged on reeds for a minimum of six months. This process develops both its signature rustic appearance and its remarkable depth of flavor. Each half-pound serving captures the essence of Sardinia’s pastoral landscape and dedication to artisanal tradition.

The flavor of BiancoSardo is rich, buttery, and sharp, with just the right balance of salt. Notes of earthiness linger in the long finish, giving this cheese a complexity that continues to unfold with every bite. The texture is tight yet supple, echoing its rugged exterior, while the cheese naturally “sweats” oil during the aging process—an indicator of its robust character. While captivating on a cheeseboard, Bianco Sardo is also wonderfully versatile in the kitchen. Use it as a bold substitute for Pecorino Romano when grating over pasta, add it to hearty recipes, or pair it with cured meats, honey, or figs for an elegant presentation.

• Pairings: Enjoy with Vermentino, Cannonau (Grenache), or a crisp Sauvignon Blanc.