In short: The Legnoart brand is that of an Italian maker of wood and steel utensils, based on the shore of Lake Orta, at the foot of the Alps. At Raclette Club, it is represented by just one product, the Latte Vivo cheese knife set: so this page is short.
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The Legnoart brand in a few lines
On its “About us” page, Legnoart explains that it has been creating its collections since 1946 in a small fishing village on the shore of Lake Orta, at the foot of the Alps. The company highlights its woodworking, with natural oil finishes and thermally treated wood, heated between 180 and 230 °C. Its exhibitor profile at the Ambiente fair in Frankfurt places the company in Omegna, and its website carries the mention “Hand-crafted in Italy”.
The catalog revolves around the table and the wine cellar: cutting boards, chopping blocks, mills, corkscrews, and cheese knife sets such as the Fromager or the Caseus, shown on its official YouTube channel. The Latte Vivo on our page does not appear on the official website: it is still sold on Amazon.fr, but you should check the reference before ordering.
Watch
Video: Legnoart Official on YouTube. Official company presentation video.
Video: CadeauXperts on YouTube. The Latte Vivo set presented by a Dutch retailer.
Video: Legnoart Official on YouTube. Official video of the Fromager set, another set of three cheese knives from the brand.
Video: Legnoart Official on YouTube. Official video of the Caseus set, another model in the range.
Its products at Raclette Club
| Model | Type | Who it’s for | Review | Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latte Vivo (ASIN B002WHJ2JY) | Set of 3 cheese knives (hard, soft, creamy), solid wood box | Cheese board lovers and gift ideas | Review coming soon | Check the price on Amazon.fr |
What we think
The Latte Vivo applies a simple rule: one blade per cheese family, hard, soft and creamy, in hand-sharpened Japanese steel according to its Amazon listing, all stored in a solid wood box. It’s the set that arrives at the end of the meal and makes you look like you know what you’re doing, even when you attack the Comté with the soft-cheese knife.
The limits: the dimensions and the shade of the wood vary depending on the source, and we found no care instructions from the manufacturer. As a precaution, wash the blades by hand and dry them right away: wood and dishwashers rarely get along.
Who is it for?
- As a gift for a cheese lover: the Latte Vivo and its box, to compare in our selection of cheese accessories.
- To complete a cheese board: our cheese boards and platters.
Frequently asked questions
Are Legnoart cheese knives dishwasher-safe?
We found no manufacturer guidance for the Latte Vivo. As a precaution, wash them by hand and dry them right away, especially since the box is made of wood.
Does Legnoart manufacture in Italy?
The brand displays “Hand-crafted in Italy” on its website and says it has been creating its collections since 1946 on the shore of Lake Orta. The place of manufacture is not specified product by product.
Where can you buy Legnoart cheese knives?
The Latte Vivo is listed on Amazon.fr. The brand also sells on its own website and through kitchenware retailers, notably for its other sets.
