Fontina
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About

An Italian cow's milk cheese made in the Aosta Valley in the Alps.  It is quite pungent and intense. Less pungent than toma.

Information
Translations: フォンティーナ, Фонтина, Фонтіна, Фонтина


Tasting Notes
Wine complements: Torrette, Gamay, Pinot noir. enfer d'arvie
Substitutes: Raclette, Emmental, Appenzeller, Morbier, Beaufort, Bel paese, Provolone


Selecting and Buying
Choosing: Not too smelly unless you like seasoned cheese


Conserving and Storing
Don't store in freezer, cool and dark place in the kitchen is best,