English Cave Aged Cheddar - 27kg apx Wheel

English Cave Aged Cheddar

An English classic, English Cave Aged Cheddar is meticulously crafted on the Ashley Chase Estate in Dorset, England. This exceptional cheese is produced using traditional methods, ensuring a rich and authentic flavor profile.

Production Process

• Milk Source: Sourced exclusively from the estate's own herds or local Dorset farms within a thirty-mile radius, guaranteeing the freshest and highest quality milk.
• PDO Status: This strict local provenance grants the cheese Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status as West Country Farmhouse Cheddar.
• Handmade Techniques: Every stage of production is performed by hand, including the crucial processes of cutting, stacking, and turning the curds—a method known as cheddaring.
• Maturation: The young wheels are wrapped in cloth and matured in the renowned Wookey Hole Caves in Somerset. The constant temperature and humidity of the caves impart a unique earthy flavor to the cheese.

Flavor & Texture

• Texture: Firm and slightly crumbly, with a natural rind developed during the aging process.
• Aroma: Earthy notes with a hint of sweetness.
• Taste: A harmonious blend of sharpness characteristic of fine cheddar, balanced by an earthy depth and a subtle sweet accent.

Specifications

• Milk: Cow's milk.
• Style: Cheddar.
• Origin: Dorset, England.