They talk about our ecosystem (Press, Awards & Recognition)
Formaggioteca Terroir:
On TV
Featured in the France 5 travel documentary Échappées Belles – Italie, Florence et la Toscane" (September 2024), one of France's most watched travel programmes, highlighting the culinary and cultural heritage of Tuscany.
Featured in M6's "66 Minutes Grand Format" documentary "Florence : ils vivent leur rêve italien", highlighting Formaggioteca Terroir, Grape Tours and Podere Campo Sasso as examples of entrepreneurial and cultural integration in Tuscany (September 2025)
In guide books & magazines
Formaggioteca Terroir has been selected by Il Golosario, Italy's leading gastronomic guide founded by Paolo Massobrio, among the country's most noteworthy cheese shops and specialty food boutiques, recognizing its curated selection of artisan Italian and French cheeses and its educational approach to tasting and affinage. Il Golosario / Golosaria (2021–2023–2024)
In 2025, Formaggioteca Terroir was featured in Slow Food's Osterie d'Italia guide, one of Italy's most respected food and dining publications. The shop was included among the "Locali Quotidiani", a national selection recognizing venues that actively promote artisan producers, regional food traditions and high-quality sustainable gastronomy.
Formaggioteca Terroir has been featured in the renowned Guide du Routard, one of France's most trusted and widely read travel guides. Recommended as a must-visit gastronomic destination in Florence, the guide highlights the shop's unique selection of artisan cheeses, carefully curated wines, and authentic approach to sharing the culinary traditions of Tuscany and beyond. This recognition reflects our commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and meaningful food experiences for travelers seeking genuine local culture.
Awards
In 2023, Formaggioteca Terroir was awarded the prestigious title of "Cheese Bar of the Year" at the Italian Cheese Awards, Italy's leading national competition dedicated to artisan cheese excellence. Presented in Ancona, the award recognized Formaggioteca Terroir for its unique concept, outstanding cheese selection, educational tastings, and commitment to promoting the culture of artisan cheesemaking. This distinction places Formaggioteca Terroir among the most respected cheese-focused destinations in Italy.
In 2023, Formaggioteca Terroir was awarded "Best Gastronomia of Florence" by Il Forchettiere, one of Tuscany's leading food and restaurant publications. The award recognized the originality of its concept, combining artisan cheeses, carefully selected wines, educational tastings, and a strong commitment to promoting small-scale producers and gastronomic culture. This distinction established Formaggioteca Terroir as one of Florence's most respected specialty food destinations.
Sasso Forte, the signature blue sheep's milk cheese created by Alexandre and Émilie Valette of Ferme d'Alcas and matured in the natural aging caves of Campo Sasso, has received international recognition for its exceptional quality. In 2025, it was awarded a Gold Medal at the Concours International de Lyon, one of Europe's leading dairy competitions. The cheese also earned a Bronze Medal at the World Cheese Awards, the world's most prestigious cheese competition, confirming the success of this unique collaboration between artisan cheesemaking in Roquefort tradition and affinage in Tuscany.
Our guests
on Google:
Formaggioteca Terroir
Campo Sasso:
On TV
Featured in HGTV show "Fixer to Fabulous italiano" 2024 with 6 episods.
In guide books & magazines
Featured by National Geographic in its 2024 guide to Tuscany as one of the region's recommended places to stay, Campo Sasso was recognized for its authentic Chianti Classico setting, slow-travel philosophy and immersive food, wine and hospitality experiences.
Featured in House Beautiful (2026), Campo Sasso was recognized as an inspiring example of heritage restoration and regenerative hospitality. The article showcased the renovation led by Dave and Jenny Marrs, the traditional cheese-aging caves, and the vision of creating a living Tuscan ecosystem where agriculture, food culture, craftsmanship, and authentic hospitality are deeply connected.
Our guests
on Google: Podere Campo Sasso
Grape Tours:
In guide books & magazines
In a detailed travel feature,
Ware on the Globe
highlighted Grape Tours as one of the best ways to discover Tuscany through wine, praising its knowledgeable guides, intimate group size, and meaningful encounters with local producers. The review emphasized the company's commitment to authenticity and its ability to connect travelers with the region's rich gastronomic heritage.