Definition: The word "padova" refers to a type of cheese made with sheep's milk, known for its unique flavor profile that can be described as having a slight sourness from the creaminess of the sheep's milk. The term "padova" is also used to refer to an unrefined and aged form of sheep's milk cheese, which is commonly referred to as "cheese de padova". This term dates back to ancient Rome when it was mentioned in texts and recipes by the Italian philosopher Leonardo da Vinci.