Tarwin Blue - 1.5kg apx Wedge

Tarwin Blue

Tarwin Blue is a benchmark Australian blue cheese, produced by Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese in South Gippsland, Victoria. Made from cow’s milk and matured to develop both structure and depth, it balances richness with restraint—avoiding the aggressive salt and sharpness seen in many traditional blues. It is an approachable artisan blue cheese, with consistency and versatility appealing to a wide audience.

Appearance

Compact, slightly crumbly paste with a pale ivory base, marbled with fine, even blue-green veining. The rind is natural and understated, allowing the interior to take focus.

Aroma

Clean and inviting. Notes of cultured cream, fresh butter, and damp cellar, with a mild earthy lift rather than pungency.

Texture

Initially firm and slightly crumbly when young, softening with age into a creamy, almost fudge-like consistency. The breakdown on the palate is smooth and even, without excessive moisture or chalkiness.

Flavour Profile

Sweet cream and mild butteriness, developing into gentle earthy and savoury blue notes with a subtle nuttiness. The finish is balanced and lightly saline, with a clean, rounded persistence. This is a controlled, well-made blue—designed for balance rather than brute force.

Awards

Multiple Gold Medals, Australian Specialist Cheesemakers Association (ASCA)

Champion Australian Blue Cheese, Australian Grand Dairy Awards

Gold Medal, Melbourne Royal Food Awards

Silver & Bronze Medals, Sydney Royal Cheese & Dairy Show

Consistent Medal Winner, DIAA Australian Dairy Awards

About the Producer

Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese was founded by Barry Charlton and Cheryl Hulls in South Gippsland, Victoria. Charlton is one of Australia’s most experienced blue cheesemakers, with decades of technical focus in the category.

Milk is sourced locally, ensuring freshness and regional integrity. The business combines traditional cheesemaking with tight process control—critical for producing consistent, balanced blue cheeses.