Bastardo del Grappa

Bastardo del Grappa is a traditional cheese made from cow’s milk from two milkings – one from the evening, and the other from the following morning. In the past, it was produced from mixed milk, hence the word bastardo in the name.

It is produced in the area of Monte Grappa in Veneto, hence the name. The cheese matures from 120 to 180 days and is characterized by its thick and rough rind, while small holes are scattered throughout its pale yellow interior. The flavor of Bastardo del Grappa is intense, pleasant, and never spicy.

It is recommended to pair the cheese with apples, berries, pears, pear mostarda, young red wines, and medium-bodied white wines.