TPM The Montestella

Montestella: A Blue Jewel from the Principe Mazzacane Estate

Montestella is a soft goat blue cheese, an innovative creation of Tenuta Principe Mazzacane that made its debut at the Merano Wine Festival. This cheese is a tribute to the highest mountain in the Cilento Antico, Monte Stella, and stands out for its originality and intense flavor.

Characteristics of Montestella:

• Pasta: Soft and creamy, with blue-green veins characteristic of blue cheeses.


• Taste: Intense and complex, with notes of aromatic herbs, dried fruit and a slightly spicy aftertaste.


• Rind: Washed with charcoal, it gives the cheese a dark appearance and a slightly smoky flavor.


• Maturation: It is refined for at least 30 days, during which the characteristic blue-veined flavour develops.

An innovative idea:

The creation of Montestella was born from the desire to enhance the Cilento territory and to offer a unique and original product. The vegetable carbon used for the crust, in addition to giving a particular flavor, also has a protective function, favoring the growth of noble molds.

Why choose Montestella:

• Originality: A one-of-a-kind cheese, which combines the Cilento dairy tradition with an innovative idea.


• Intense flavour: Perfect for those who love blue cheeses and strong flavours.


• Pairings: It pairs perfectly with honey, jams, dried fruit and full-bodied red wines.


• Territoriality: A product that tells the history and traditions of Cilento.

A symbol of rebirth:

Montestella is more than just a cheese, it is a symbol of rebirth and hope for an often forgotten territory. Tenuta Principe Mazzacane, with the creation of this product, demonstrates how it is possible to combine tradition and innovation, while enhancing the natural and cultural heritage of Cilento.