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Best Tomales Natural Rind Cheese Types
Shepherdista Crush is an American cheese hailing from Tomales, California, where it's produced by Bleating Heart Cheese. The cheese is made from raw sheep's milk and it's left to age for at least 2 months before consumption. Underneath its natural rind, the texture is firm, compact, and semi-hard, with few eyes scattered throughout the body.
The aromas are woody, while the flavors are tangy, grassy, and woody. It's recommended to serve Shepherdista Crush with crackers, salads, or fruit. Pair it with a glass of red or white wine, as it complements both nicely.
Ewelicious Blue is an American blue cheese hailing from Southern California, where it's produced by Bleating Heart Cheese. The cheese is made from raw sheep's milk. Underneath its natural rind, the texture is firm, dense, and crumbly, with blue veins running throughout the body.
The aroma is sweet, while the flavors are sweet and nutty, reminiscent of biscuits. It's recommended to pair this rich seasonal cheese with a strong Belgian Ale or an Imperial Stout.
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Kenne is an American cheese hailing from Tomales, California, where it's produced by Tomales Farmstead Creamery. The cheese is made from pasteurized goat's milk and it's left to age for about 2 weeks before consumption. Underneath its natural moldy rind, the texture of its chalky white body is semi-soft.
The aromas are goaty and milky, while the flavors are very mild and earthy with hints of salted pretzels and rye. It's recommended to serve Kenne with figs, dried figs, or fig jam. The name of the cheese is a Miwok word for one.
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