This lovely Italian cheese hails from the agricultural heart of Piemonte. The name comes from the dusting of charcoal gray ash that covers the soft, silky white interior. Made from a blend of cow, goat, and sheep milk, each of which adds delicate nuances of flavor to the cheese. The texture is light and spongy.

Handmade in Piedmont, Italy by Caseificio dell'Alta Langa, and sourced via Cowbell Fine Cheese, a Portland local and independent importer and distributor of specialty foods that focuses on traditional European and American artisan cheese.