GARROTXA (gahr-ROH-chah)
Description: CATALONIA, GARROTXA-A traditional "rustic cheese", the paste is firm, almost flaky, yet moist and smooth. When ripe, it melts on the tongue, revealing mild herbal flavors with a hint of hazelnuts. Garrotxa is most appropriately served with dry wine but also fruit driven white wines and soft rounded reds. Pair with mixed olives.
L'AMUSE GOUDA (la-muse gou-DUH)
Description: SANTPOORT - This aged gouda is a farmstead, organic cheese made in small batches. Unlike most goudas, this one is aged 2 years to develop its deep amber color and flavors of roasted hazelnuts and butterscotch. It has a spectacular texture that is velvety smooth. Great with caramel or chocolate. Enjoy chunks with espresso.
MANCHEGO (mon-CHAY-goe)
Description: CASTILLA LA MANCHA-With a delicious briny, nuttiness, it is Spain's most popular cheese. Its cross-hatched rind is a nod to the tradition of pressing its curd into molds made of tough local grasses. This authentic, artisanal cheese is earthy, hearty and wonderful. Pairs naturally with sherry, marconas almonds and tempranillo.
PARMIGIANO REGGIANO (par-mee-JA-no ray-JA-no)
Description: ITALY - Named after two provinces in the region of Emilia Romagna where the cheese is made,(Parma and Reggio), the 80 lb. wheels, aged about 24 months, have a famously grainy, flinty texture and nutty, unforgettable taste. Grate over pastas, in sauces, or crumbled and eaten with your best Chianti.
PECORINO CACIO DI BOSCO (pay-ko-REE-no caw-key-OW day boss-koh)
Description: TUSCANY - Pecorino is the general name for any sheep's milk cheese made in Italy, but this superb 100% sheep's milk cheese is very special with the addition of white truffles. Made throughout Tuscany, the flaky texture and rich, olive flavor is great as a treat with cured meats, fruit, bread and red wine.
PECORINO TOSCANO STAGIONATO (pay-ko-REE-no to-SKAN-no)
Description: TUSCANY - Pecorino is the general name for any sheep's milk cheese made in Italy, but this superb 100% sheep's milk cheese is very special. Made throughout Tuscany, it is known for its slightly flaky texture and rich, olivey, and very nutty flavor. Excelent paired with a super Tuscan wine and a bowl of castelvatrano olives.
PRIMA DONNA (pri-MAH DAW-na)
Description: HOLLAND - The first lady of Dutch cheeses also has an Italian connection, not only by name but with the blending of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese cultures to this Dutch-aged Gouda. This combination creates a cheese with complex nutty undertones that finishes with a crunchy saltiness and melted caramel taste. Pair with reds or beer.
Region: Netherlands
Milk Type: Cow
