Description: Finocchiona is a traditional Tuscan cured meat, specifically from the area around Siena and Florence. To create this delicacy, pork is combined with salt, pepper, and aromatic wild fennel seeds, which provide the distinctive flavour for which Finocchiona is renowned. Back in medieval times, when spices (such as pepper) were scarce and expensive, it seems that salami-makers turned to free, abundant and readily available fennel seeds to replace the more expensive alternative. Il Borgo’s Finocchiona holds a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI), ensuring adherence to traditional production methods and its Tuscan origin. The curing process further enhances its unique taste – the result is a rich, flavourful product with a soft consistency, making each bite of Il Borgo’s Finocchiona a delightful sensory experience.
How to use: to enjoy Finocchiona, the most natural way is in a sandwich – paired with unsalted Tuscan bread or the local “schiacciata” flatbread. It can also be enjoyed in combination with other sliced cured meats, and, of course, a glass of red wine.
How to preserve: the product is sold under vacuum. Once opened, if it isn’t possible to put it under vacuum again, it is important to keep the Finocchiona in the refrigerator, wrapped in baking paper or a cotton cloth. This will prevent the product from drying out too much or absorbing unpleasant odors from the refrigerator. It is possible to store the Finocchiona for several days, but it is advisable to consume it within a week of its opening, to ensure that you enjoy it to the best of its organoleptic qualities. In any case, it is important to always check the appearance and smell of the product before consuming it, in order to ensure its freshness and healthiness. When serving the product, it is advisable to let it reach room temperature for a few minutes. This will allow you to fully appreciate its aroma and flavour, which will be brought out to the fullest.
Note: as this is an artisanal product, the reported weight of the item serves as an indication; the actual weight of the product may vary slightly from the reported figure.
