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Best Guarda Cheese Producers
AWARDS
World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2024
BEST Queijaria do Armindo Cheeses
AWARDS
Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2024
Great Taste Awards - 2 stars
2023
BEST Queijos Pinto & Judite Cheeses
Soc. Agro-Pecuária de Vale do Seia, Lda is a Portuguese agricultural and livestock company that produces a variety of cheeses. Located in the region of Seia, the company utilizes traditional methods to manufacture cheese, focusing on quality and local traditions.
Their products are primarily sourced from regional milk to ensure freshness and authenticity.
AWARDS
World Championship Cheese Contest - Best of Class
2014
BEST Soc. Agro-pecuária De Vale Do Seia, Lda Cheeses
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Best Guarda Cheeses
AWARDS
World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2024
AWARDS
Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2024
AWARDS
World Cheese Awards - Gold
2024
Queijo de Ovelha Curado Amanteigado is a traditional Portuguese cheese made by Queijos Pinto & Judite, Lda. This cheese is crafted from pure sheep's milk, which gives it a unique and rich flavor profile. The term "amanteigado" refers to its creamy, butter-like texture.
As a cured cheese, it undergoes a maturation process that enhances its flavors and contributes to its distinct, smooth consistency. The cheese typically has a complex taste with a balance of sharp and savory notes, making it a sought-after delicacy in Portuguese cuisine.
AWARDS
Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2024
Great Taste Awards - 2 stars
2023
Cheese
Soc. Agro-pecuária De Vale Do Seia, Lda Queijo Serra Da Estrela (pdo) - Soft Ewe's Milk Cheese Made Out of Raw Milk, Salt and Thistle Flower
Queijo Serra da Estrela PDO is a celebrated Portuguese cheese crafted from the raw milk of ewes native to the Serra da Estrela region. This artisanal cheese is distinguished by its creamy texture and strong, distinct flavor, which are achieved through traditional methods of production.
A key ingredient in its making is the thistle flower, used as a natural coagulant. The process involves meticulously curdling the milk with the thistle, followed by careful aging to develop its unique taste and texture. Soc. Agro-Pecuária de Vale do Seia, Lda is one of the producers of this esteemed cheese, adhering to the strict PDO guidelines to ensure authenticity and quality.
AWARDS
World Championship Cheese Contest - Best of Class
2014
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