Canestrato di Moliterno PGI Cheese

Canestrato di Moliterno PGI, an Outstanding Cheese from Basilicata

Canestrato di Moliterno PGI is one of Basilicata's most prestigious cheeses and represents one of the few Italian cheesemaking products to hold PGI certification. Made in accordance with strict production specifications, it comes from sheep's and goat's milk sourced from farms in the designated area of origin, where grazing and the animals' natural diet help define the identity of this extraordinary cheese.

Ageing in the Fondaci of Moliterno

One of the characteristics that makes Canestrato di Moliterno PGI unique is its ageing, which takes place exclusively in the historic fondaci of the municipality of Moliterno, natural environments ideal for slow, consistent maturation. After a minimum period of three months, the cheese develops a well-defined rind and an interior whose colour gradually changes from the outside towards the centre, accompanied by an intense, lingering aromatic profile.

Perfect as a Table Cheese and for Cheese Boards

Canestrato di Moliterno PGI is ideal enjoyed on its own or as the centrepiece of boards with cured meats, honey and artisan preserves. It pairs perfectly with the great red wines of Basilicata, particularly Aglianico del Vulture, and is an excellent choice for anyone wishing to discover one of the signature cheeses of Lucanian cheesemaking tradition.

Refrigerated shipping is recommended from June to September (option available at checkout).

Shipping in Italy and Europe

Standard shipping within Italy costs €8.90. Orders over €99 qualify for free shipping within Italy.

We carefully pack our products to protect them from impacts, compression and temperature changes. Special protective packaging is used where needed.

Delivery within Italy generally takes 24–72 hours after dispatch. For EU destinations, delivery times and charges depend on the destination, parcel weight and shipping service selected at checkout. Faster and more economical services may be available.

Please allow up to two working days for order preparation. To avoid weekend delays, fresh products such as cheese, bread and cured meats are generally not dispatched from Thursday onwards.

Estimated transit times begin once your order has been dispatched, not when it is placed.

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