El Abuelo Ruperto

Item #: 8188
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This small production farmstead cheese comes from a closed circle, woman-owned farm. It is made with raw sheep’s milk in the region of Murcia, typically known for its goats. Llorema raises a herd of 4000 Lacaune sheep on her farm and she grows all of the feed for the animals using organic methods. The milk goes directly from the milking parlor to the production room, and she maintains the utmost control over the entire process. She named her aged cheese El Abuelo after her grandfather, who was also a farmer and taught her a wealth of knowledge about agriculture and raising sheep. The rind of the cheese is velvety grey with patches of blue and white. The paste is ivory colored and compact yet creamy with few small eyes scattered throughout. Aromas of lanolin and wild mushroom open into a medium intensity, earthy flavor. The prominent acidity and notes of pineapple up front are balanced by a deep nuttiness and an incredibly sweet finish

• Country: Spain
• Region: Murcia
• Size: CW 2/5#
• Raw Milk: Yes
• Special Order: Yes