Caciocavallo

pasta-filata · mixed milk · Italy · $$

Melts beautifully, with a semi-firm body.

Attribute scores

meltability 8/10

sharpness 5/10

creaminess 5/10

firmness 6/10

pungency 4/10

Best cheese wine pairing

Pair Caciocavallo with a light Italian white like Pinot Grigio, or Prosecco for something sweeter — a mild, milky cheese (creaminess 5) wants a light pour that won't overwhelm it.

Substitutes for Caciocavallo

Cheese	Why it works
Provolone	a very close match across the board
Kasseri	similar overall, but less pungency
Gouda	similar overall, but less pungency
Tilsit cheese	similar overall, but less meltability
Emmental	similar overall, but less sharpness
Abondance	similar overall, but less meltability