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Cheese Shop in Florence: Italian, Tuscan & French Artisan Cheese
Looking for a cheese shop in Florence with a carefully selected range of Italian, Tuscan and French artisan cheeses?
Vino al Vino, at Borgo Ognissanti 70R in Florence city centre, is a wine and cheese shop dedicated to people who want to discover outstanding artisan cheese, raw-milk cheese and traditional regional specialties.
Our selection ranges from Tuscan Pecorino and Parmigiano Reggiano to Alpine cheeses, blue cheeses, washed-rind cheeses and some of the great classics of French cheesemaking. Cheeses can be tasted on site, purchased to take away or vacuum-packed for travel.
Our staff can also recommend wine pairings for every cheese, together with selected honey, jams and preserves.
Cheese Tasting in Florence City Center
Want to do more than simply buy cheese?
At Vino al Vino you can enjoy a cheese tasting in Florence city centre, with a selection chosen to showcase different regions, milk types, textures and ageing methods.
Rather than simply serving a cheese board, our team can explain the cheeses, their origins, production methods and maturation, guiding you through the differences between young and aged cheeses, raw-milk specialties, Alpine cheeses, blue cheeses and traditional Tuscan Pecorino.
It is an informal and approachable way to discover Italian cheese culture while visiting Florence.
Cheese tastings can also be combined with a wine tasting, creating a complete wine and cheese tasting experience in Florence.
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📍 Vino al Vino – Borgo Ognissanti 70R, Florence
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🕓 Open daily: 11:00–14:30 | 16:00–21:00
Tuscan Pecorino & Artisan Cheese in Florence
Pecorino Toscano and artisan sheep’s-milk cheese are at the heart of our selection.
Depending on availability, our cheese counter includes several styles of raw-milk Pecorino, from younger and semi-aged expressions to long-aged and traditionally matured cheeses.
Look for specialties such as:
- raw-milk artisan Pecorino
- semi-aged and aged Pecorino
- Pecorino di Fossa
- Pecorino aged in grape pomace
- Pecorino wrapped in walnut leaves
- truffle Pecorino
Different maturation techniques create remarkably different textures and aromas, making Vino al Vino an ideal stop for visitors who want to explore Tuscan cheese in Florence beyond the most common commercial products.
Italian Raw-Milk & Alpine Cheese
Our selection extends well beyond Tuscany, bringing together cheeses from some of Italy’s most important cheesemaking regions.
Among the cheeses you may find are Parmigiano Reggiano made from raw Alpine milk, with different maturations including approximately 24, 36 and 48 months, alongside Fontina d’Alpeggio, Puzzone di Moena, Taleggio, Gorgonzola, Bufarolo, Robiola di Roccaverano and a changing selection of Alpine cheeses from Trentino and Valle d’Aosta.
The selection changes throughout the year according to seasonality, maturation and availability from our suppliers, so there is always something new to discover.
French Cheese in Florence
Vino al Vino also offers a carefully curated selection of French artisan cheese in Florence, complementing our Italian and Tuscan range.
Depending on availability, you may find classics such as Camembert, Reblochon, Saint-Félicien, Comté, Langres, Roquefort, Pont-l’Évêque and Saint-Nectaire, alongside other seasonal French cheeses.
Looking for a particular cheese? Additional Italian and French cheeses may also be available on request or by advance order.
From soft and creamy cheeses to bloomy-rind, washed-rind, blue and long-aged cheeses, our aim is to offer a diverse selection for people who genuinely love cheese.
Wine & Cheese Pairing
Wine is naturally an essential part of the experience at Vino al Vino.
Our staff can recommend a different wine pairing according to the cheese you choose, drawing from our extensive selection of Tuscan and Italian wines as well as selected international bottles.
A mature Tuscan Pecorino, creamy washed-rind cheese, Alpine cheese or blue cheese each requires a different approach. Depending on the style, we may suggest Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Vin Santo, sparkling wines, whites, sweet wines or other artisanal Italian wines.
Ask us at the counter and we will help you create your own cheese and wine pairing in Florence.
Honey, Jams & Balsamic for Cheese
Complete your cheese selection with our range of Italian honey, artisan jams, preserves and traditional balsamic vinegar.
Sweet, savoury and aromatic accompaniments can completely change the way a cheese tastes. Our staff can recommend the right pairing according to the intensity, texture and maturation of your cheese.
They are also available to purchase, making it easy to create your own Italian cheese board at home.
Buy Cheese in Florence & Vacuum-Packed Cheese for Travel
Visiting Florence and want to bring Italian cheese home?
Many of our cheeses can be vacuum-packed for takeaway and travel, helping preserve their quality and making them easier to transport.
This makes Vino al Vino particularly convenient for visitors looking for Italian food souvenirs in Florence, whether you want to take home Tuscan Pecorino, aged Parmigiano Reggiano or another artisan Italian cheese.
Please remember to check the food-import regulations of your destination country before travelling.
A Reference Point for Cheese Lovers in Florence
With a selection spanning Tuscan Pecorino, Italian raw-milk cheese, Alpine cheese, Parmigiano Reggiano, French cheese and seasonal specialties, Vino al Vino has become a destination in Florence for people who want to taste, understand and buy artisan cheese.
Come for a cheese board, explore the selection at the counter, ask for a particular cheese or let our staff create a wine and cheese pairing for you.
Whether you’re searching for a cheese shop in Florence, an authentic cheese tasting in Florence, Tuscan Pecorino, Italian artisan cheese or French cheese in Florence, you’ll find a constantly evolving selection at Vino al Vino.
Cheese is available for tasting, takeaway and vacuum-packed purchase for travel.
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