Sola

Sola is a traditional cheese hailing from Piedmont. In local dialect, the name means shoe sole, referring to the square and flat shape of the cheese and the aromas which develop as it ages in the cave. The cheese is produced from raw cow's milk.

The curd is wrapped in cloth to drain, and it's then kneaded and placed into molds before it's pressed. Sola is later dry salted and matured. Underneath its moldy rind, the texture is silky, dense, smooth, and slightly elastic, with a few eyes dispersed throughout the body.

The flavors are mild, yet complex – buttery, earthy, tangy, floral, fruity, citrusy, sweet, and slightly sour. Use it in sauces and fondues.