Sicilian Authentic Sheep Cheese -Vastedda della Valle del Belìce PDO – 500 gr.

The Vastedda della Valle del Belìce DOP is a rare and traditional Sicilian cheese, and the only PDO sheep cheese in Europe made using the pasta filata (stretched curd) technique.

Produced exclusively in the Valle del Belìce, it represents centuries of cheesemaking tradition passed down by local shepherds.

Fresh, soft, and delicate, it offers a unique taste experience unlike any other sheep cheese.

What is Vastedda della Valle del Belìce PDO?

A traditional Sicilian sheep cheese made exclusively with fresh sheep’s milk and stretched curd processing.

Taste and Texture

• Soft and slightly elastic consistency
• Fresh, mild, slightly tangy flavor
• Milky aroma with herbal notes
• Pure white color

How It Is Made

This PDO cheese is produced using raw sheep’s milk. After coagulation, the curd is heated and stretched by hand, then shaped into its traditional flat round form.

How to Enjoy It

Perfect served fresh with:

• Tomatoes and extra virgin olive oil
• Summer salads
• Gourmet sandwiches
• Traditional Sicilian recipes

Why Choose This PDO Cheese

• Certified Protected Designation of Origin (PDO)
• 100% Sicilian sheep’s milk
• Traditional artisanal production
• Fresh and refrigerated delivery

Storage & Shelf Life

Keep refrigerated between 4°C and 8°C. Consume within a few days after opening for best flavor and texture.

Nutritional Values (per 100g)

• Energy: approx. 250 kcal
• Protein: 18 g
• Fat: 20 g
• Carbohydrates: 1 g