Gorgonzola Piccante - DOP

Gorgonzola Piccante DOP is the bold, spicy counterpart to its milder sibling, Gorgonzola Dolce. Aged longer—typically over 90 days—this blue cheese hails from northern Italy’s Lombardy and Piedmont regions and carries the official Denominazione di Origine Protetta (DOP) designation, ensuring traditional methods and regional authenticity. Made from cow’s milk and veined with Penicillium mold, Gorgonzola Piccante has a crumbly yet creamy texture with sharp, tangy, and earthy flavors that intensify with age. It’s noticeably more robust than Dolce, with pronounced blue veining, a slightly spicy bite, and a lingering, savory finish that blue cheese lovers crave.

Gorgonzola Piccante shines on a cheese board with bold pairings like cured meats, walnuts, dried figs, and hearty breads. Its intensity stands up beautifully to honey or balsamic glaze, which add a touch of sweetness to balance the spice. Crumble it over grilled steaks, stir it into risottos or polenta, or melt it into sauces for pasta or gnocchi.

• Pairings: Bold reds like Barolo or Amarone, sweet dessert wines like Vin Santo, hoppy IPAs