Cheese Reviews

You sense it immediately – the heady aromas, the intensely fulfilling textures, and the vibrant flavors of Spain’s artisan cheese tradition. Different milks, a diverse terrain, and unique cheesemaking techniques all play a role in the subtle differences in each cheese’s color, texture, and flavor. We have selected four of our favorites for this sampler:

• Manchego – Spain’s most famous cheese, made entirely from pure La Mancha sheep’s milk. Manchego is prized for its rich, complex flavor and its satisfyingly grainy texture.
• Mahon – This firm cow’s milk cheese comes from the Balearic Island of Menorca in the Mediterranean. This version has been aged for three months, developing a rich tanginess and fragrant aroma.
• Idiazabal – Smooth, rich and satisfyingly sharp, Idiazabal is a smoked sheep’s milk cheese that gives off a warming rustic scent. It is the quintessential cheese of the Basque country in Northern Spain.
• Murcia al Vino – This 100% goat’s milk cheese from Murcia is bathed in red Spanish wine, making this product a wine-and-cheese party all by itself!

This assortment includes four 1/2 pound cuts of cheese.

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We loved the assortment of cheese and it was finished is more than we expected. The quality is excellent – the Manchego brought us back into the wheel of cheese that we bought our honeymoon! Perfect with some pecans in honey. We would definitely buy this again.

The complaint is that it was pretty warm when we get it. It was a mild day, but not hot, and I'm worried that the cheese would have melted on a hot day, or if the field had been in the sun for longer than he was.

Where to buy cheap prices? -Spanish Cheese Assortment (2 pound) by igourmet.com



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igourmet is thrilled to introduce another award-winning cheese to our offerings. Black Castello scooped a gold medal at the World Cheese Awards 2007 held recently in connection with the International Food & Drink Exhibition in London, and deservedly so. A great addition to the Castello line of premium soft-ripened cheeses, Black Castello is Tholstrup’s first Castello cheese made from both cow’s milk and sheep’s milk from Denmark, with special ripening cultures from Southern Europe. Unlike most other blue mold cheeses where surface molds are washed and removed, Tholstrup chose to maintain blue mold on the cheese’s outer fleurie. The result is a distinctive, bold blue cheese with a creamy, supple texture. Sure to become a new favorite for our blue cheese fans.

• Made from pasteurized sheep and cow’s milk.
• We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
• Whole forms currently come in 3 lb. wheels.
• Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.

Where to buy cheap prices? -Black Castello (8 ounce) by igourmet.com



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On our last trip to Holland, one of our Dutch suppliers informed us that Holland is the one of the most densely populated countries in Europe. This fact, combined with the fact that thirty percent of the land in The Netherlands is under sea-level, makes organic agriculture particularly vital for this country, considering that traditional agriculture is one of the biggest polluters of inland waterways. This cheese is very similar to our Farmer Gouda in type, age, and flavor. It is, however, made from organic milk, sourced from cows that are not given any antibiotics, hormones, or growth factors. They graze on fields and eat grains that have not been treated with chemical fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides. The natural goodness of the Dutch countryside shines through in the resulting cheese.

• Made from pasteurized cow’s milk.
• Photo depicts whole 6 lb. form of cheese.
• We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
• Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.

Where to buy cheap prices? -Organic Gouda (8 ounce) by igourmet.com



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Feta is the national cheese of Greece, and surely the best-known Greek cheese in the US. Our Barrel-aged Feta is produced from December through April from a blend of all-natural milk from free-range sheep and goats, whose milk is richer than cow’s milk in calcium, vitamin B and proteins. Curd is molded in large round forms, which are hand-turned frequently as they drain. As the whey drains, the cheese-crafter adjusts timing to perfect each form’s texture. After skillful dry-salting, wheels are placed in birch barrels for aging and preservation. There they sit in a 7% brine solution that originally allowed farmers to preserve their milk in the hot Mediterranean climate. Today that brine gives feta its characteristic tang.

By the end of the four-month maturation, a wonderfully creamy, rich, complex flavor is fully developed. The care that goes into this feta is evident by its incredible characteristics. Its traditional method of production contributes to its full taste, natural aroma and pure white color, properties which have established Feta over the centuries as a unique natural cheese of Greece.

Enjoy this premium feta in a traditional cheese pie, over eggs, stuffed into squash blossoms, or even fried. Or just relax with a slab of feta drizzled with olive oil and garnished with fresh oregano. Opa!

• Made from pasteurized sheep’s and goat’s milk.
• We cut and wrap this item by the pound.

Where to buy cheap prices? -Authentic Barrel-Aged Feta – Pound Cut (1 pound) by igourmet.com



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Hailing from Israel, Kadurim is a tantalizing assortment of fresh goat cheeses. Starting with pure fresh goat cheese, the cheesemasters at Barkanit hand-form the cheese into little balls and coat them with some of the finest flavors of the Mediterranean. The flavors include Herbs de Provence, sesame, cracked black pepper, raspberry, and sun-dried tomato. This Kosher assortment is great for entertaining or just for snacking. If you are in the mood for a wonderful bite-sized goat cheese bursting with flavor, look no further than Kadurim.

• Certified Kosher by Chalav Israel under supervision of Gilboa Rabbinate.
• Kosher for Passover.
• Made from goat’s milk.
• Photo depicts individual 5.7 oz. forms of cheese.

Where to buy cheap prices? -Kadurim Rolled Chevre (5.7 ounce) by igourmet.com



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Windsor Red is an English specialty blending hot pink Elderberry wine with mild Derby cheese. The combination yields a distinctive berry flavor and an eye-catching look. Strikingly beautiful, Windsor Red makes an excellent addition to any cheese board. Serve it during hors d’oeuvres or after dinner as part of a cheese course. For a gourmet salad, combine cubed Windsor Red with a mix of radicchio and endive.

• Made from pasteurized cow’s milk.
• Photo depicts whole 9 lb. form of cheese.
• We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
• Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.

Where to buy cheap prices? -Windsor Red (8 ounce) by igourmet.com



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Although most cheeses from the Pyrenees are made from sheep’s milk, this French cheese is made with pasteurized cow’s milk. Doux de Montagne is ripened in the tradition of the Monts du Velay region and is recognized by its cottage loaf form. This cheese is creamy, fruity and has a distinctive buttery flavor.

• Made from pasteurized cow’s milk.
• Photo depicts whole 7 lb. form of cheese.
• We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
• Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.

Where to buy cheap prices? -Doux de Montagne (8 ounce) by igourmet.com



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Provolone is a northern Italian cheese that can be thought of as Mozzarella’s older brother. Take some Mozzarella, form it into your favorite shape, and rub it down with brine, bind it with rope and hang it from the ceiling for a few months and Voila! – you have just made Provolone. There are two varieties of Provolone. Dolce (meaning sweet) is the mild version and Piccante (meaning sharp) is its spicy, more aged counterpart. We love this Piccante version, which is rarely available in the U.S .and much more interesting than the mild Provolone most Americans have come to know. One of the great sandwich cheeses, Provolone Piccante is also an excellent melting cheese that is perfect in omelettes or atop a toasted baguette.

• Made from pasteurized cow’s milk; aged over nine months.
• Photo depicts whole 66 lb. form of cheese.
• We cut and wrap this item by the pound.
• Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.

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Where to buy cheap prices? -Provolone Piccante – Pound Cut (1 pound) by igourmet.com



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Abondance, a name-controlled cheese from the Savoy region of France, is made with fresh partially-skimmed milk and formed into 20-pound wheels. This extraordinary cheese is similar to Gruyere de Comte, but more complex and buttery. It has a firm texture, nutty flavor, and a distinctive fruitiness. While the strong aroma of this cheese may be a bit off-putting, the flavor is divine. In addition to being a delicious table cheese, Abondance melts nicely and is often substituted for Raclette.

• Made from unpasteurized cow’s milk, aged over 60 days.
• Photo depicts whole 18 lb. form of cheese.
• We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
• Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.

Where to buy cheap prices? -Abondance (8 ounce) by igourmet.com



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From the artisan cheesemakers who created Brillo di Treviso comes Tartufino Speziato. It is a soft-textured cheese whose surface is coated with a treatment of extra virgin olive oil, natural black truffle flavoring and many spices, especially cinnamon and nutmeg. Its aromatic characteristics and delectable flavor make it an excellent cheese for entertaining.

• Made from pasteurized cow’s milk.
• Whole form of cheese is 6 lbs.
• We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
• Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.

Where to buy cheap prices? -Tartufino Speziato (8 ounce) by igourmet.com



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