Pienza Pecorino cheese tour

2 hours

Easy

A tour to discover Pienza's pecorino cheese with a visit to a cheese factory
This tour will take you to discover one of Tuscany's excellent products, pecorino di Pienza, directly in a cheese factory located in the beautiful hills of the Val d'Orcia (UNESCO World Heritage Site) or the Valdichiana Senese. You will observe the techniques of processing cheese, meet the artisans of flavors, you will understand the differences between the various types of pecorino and finally you will learn how to taste it. Flocks of sheep graze on the hills of the Val d'Orcia, feeding on the aromatic herbs that this territory offers; the result is a high quality milk that, once processed, becomes the famous pecorino cheese with its unmistakable aroma. From fresh, to semi-seasoned, to seasoned, you will discover that Pienza pecorino cheese is excellent in every version, alone or accompanied by honey or jams.
What's included?
    • Visit a cheese factory
    • Tasting of Pienza cheeses at different ages
    • Gadget Valdichiana Living
    Exclusions
      • Transportation service not included: the address of the cheese factory will be provided following the booking confirmation.
      Please note

        Transportation service not included: the address of the cheese factory will be provided following the booking confirmation.

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