Sifor Pecorino Mbriaco d’Avola Cheese, 5 Lbs

Sifor Pecorino Mbriaco d’Avola: The Drunken Sicilian

Weight: 5 lbs (Approx. 2.3kg Whole Wheel)

Experience a legendary marriage of Sicilian craft: the richness of sheep’s milk meets the soul of the island’s most famous red wine. Pecorino Mbriaco d’Avola(literally "Drunk on d'Avola") is a refined, semi-aged cheese that undergoes a traditional ubriacatura —a process where the wheels are bathed in vats of intense, ruby-red Nero d’Avola wine.

This 5 lb. wheel is a visual and culinary masterpiece, boasting a deep purple rind that hides a complex, aromatic heart.

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The "Ubriaco" Aging Process

Unlike cheeses flavored with extracts, Sifor’s Mbriaco is truly steeped in tradition:

• The Wine Bath: The wheels are submerged in Nero d’Avola wine and grape must. This "drunken" soak allows the wine's tannins and fruity sugars to permeate the rind and migrate into the outer layers of the paste.
• The Result: The interior of the cheese remains ivory-white, but as you move toward the edges, you see a beautiful violet marbling and taste a distinct, winy sweetness.

Sensory Profile

• Texture: Semi-hard and compact. It is firm enough to grate but supple enough to be the star of a table-cheese platter.
• Aroma: An intoxicating bouquet of ripe red berries, plums, and the fermented, earthy sweetness of a Sicilian wine cellar.
• Flavor: The sharp, nutty tang of aged Pecorino is softened by the fruity, floral notes of the Nero d’Avola. It finishes with a sophisticated, slightly acidic "zing" that cleanses the palate.

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Pairing & Presentation

The 5 lb. wheel is a showstopper for specialty markets, wine bars, or elegant holiday entertaining.

• The Board: Display it with the dark rind intact to showcase the contrast. Pair with dark red grapes, walnuts, and crusty bread.
• The Drink: Naturally, it is the perfect companion for a glass of Nero d’Avola. It also stands up beautifully to a structured Syrah or a bold Zinfandel.
• The Final Touch: Shave it over a slow-cooked beef ragu or a radicchio salad to let the wine-infused notes shine.

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Technical Profile

Feature	Details
Origin	Sicily, Italy
Milk Type	100% Sicilian Sheep's Milk
Refinement	Bathed in Nero d'Avola Wine
Appearance	Deep purple/black rind with a white, dense interior

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Artisan Note: This is a "meditation cheese." To fully appreciate the wine infusion, ensure the cheese is sliced and allowed to breathe for 30 minutes before tasting.