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Lambchopper

A sheep's-milk Gouda-style cheese with a smooth, semi-firm texture. Mild, buttery and gently sweet with a clean nutty finish.

Milk & style
Sheep; verify package label • Netherlands / producer dependent

Tang 2/10   ·   Funkiness 1/10

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Food, wine & beer pairings

Food
Apples, pears, mustard, nuts or charcuterie

Wine
Riesling, Pinot Noir or a fruit-forward red

Beer
Lager, brown ale or porter

More about this cheese

History & producer
Cypress Grove brand; made in the Netherlands Lambchopper is made or selected by Cypress Grove brand; made in the Netherlands, drawing on the cheesemaking traditions associated with Netherlands / producer dependent. The producer’s methods, milk, cultures, rind care and aging give this cheese its distinctive character.

At the cheese counter
A very approachable sheep cheese – rich and creamy without a strong sheepy or funky flavor.

In the kitchen
MELTING: Very good with gentle heat; aged pieces may release a little oil. GRATING: Excellent when cold. SHAVING: Excellent when cold – use a vegetable peeler or cheese plane.

Enjoy within
7-14 days after opening

Keep refrigerated and wrap well. “Enjoy within” is a best-quality guide; follow the package date and store food-safety procedures. Product details vary; confirm the current wheel or package label. The complete PDF includes the rennet reference and source notes.