Perfect Pairings & Recipes forGorgonzola

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Flavour Analysis

At first, gorgonzola shows commanding pungent aroma, and then barnyard, animal fat and brine come into focus. A petrichor note lends definite fresh earthiness, with a musk note adding definite animalic richness, and rancio and milk notes give the profile a nuanced, persistent finish.

Dominant Flavour Families

Carnal / Animalic
Earthy
Sharp
Vegetal
Herbal / Herbaceous

Flavour profile of gorgonzola

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Mouldy

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Gorgonzola

MouldyEarthy

gorgonzola9.2

Musty, pungent fungal aroma found in mould-ripened blue cheeses. Strong in gorgonzola.

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