Basajo is a unique type of cheese produced by La Casearia Carpenedo, an Italian cheese company. This cheese is made from pasteurized sheep's milk and is known for its distinct character.
It undergoes a maturation process in Passito di Pantelleria, a sweet Sicilian wine, which imparts a unique, aromatic flavor profile to the cheese. The rind has a notable golden hue, and the interior is creamy and semi-soft, offering a balanced taste with hints of fruit and honey, attributable to the wine infusion. (No data)
Producer
La Casearia Carpenedo is a cheese producer based in Italy, known for its innovative approach to affinage, the process of aging cheeses. The company collaborates with affineur Antonio Carpenedo, who brings traditional techniques and creative flair to cheese aging, including infusing cheeses with wine and other local products.
Among their notable creations is the Ubriaco cheese, which is aged with the remains of wine grapes after pressing.