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American Cheese Society Judging & Competition Awards - 1st Place
2018, 2013, 2009, 2004
Pepato is an aged sheep milk cheese made by Bellwether Farms. This farmstead cheese incorporates whole peppercorns for a distinctive, savory flavor. Pepato is aged for a minimum of 2 months, during which it develops a firm yet creamy texture and a complex taste profile.
Bellwether Farms, located in Petaluma, California, is a family-owned creamery that produces a variety of artisan cheeses and dairy products. They are known for using traditional methods and primarily sheep's milk, along with cow's milk, to create their products.