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Cordobes

Buttery, rich, nutty and lightly tangy.

Milk & style
Sheep; typically pasteurized • Origin Castilla y Leon style

Tang 3/10   ·   Funkiness 3/10

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Food, wine & beer pairings

Food
Cherry preserves, almonds, ham, bread

Wine
Rioja Crianza

Beer
Brown ale

More about this cheese

History & producer
Origin Castilla y Leon style dairy or affineur – verify the current wheel label Cordobes belongs to the spanish tradition associated with Origin Castilla y Leon style. Recipes and sourcing can vary by shipment, so use the current package or wheel label to identify the exact dairy and milk treatment.

At the cheese counter
A Manchego-like sheep cheese with a rich, rustic finish. customer

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.