Cropwell Bishop Creamery
Blue Vein Cheese - Hard Whole Blue Stilton
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Global Cheese Awards - Gold
2023
Blue Vein Cheese - Hard Whole Blue Stilton made by Cropwell Bishop Creamery Ltd is a renowned British cheese that is often celebrated for its rich and complex flavor profile. It is crafted using traditional methods at the Cropwell Bishop Creamery in Nottinghamshire, an establishment with a deep heritage in cheese-making.
Hard Whole Blue Stilton is distinct for its strong blue veins, which are achieved through the introduction of Penicillium roqueforti during the cheese-making process. This cheese typically has a crumbly yet creamy texture, and a bold, tangy flavor which is savored by cheese aficionados.
It is often enjoyed as a part of a cheese board, paired with fruits, nuts, or a glass of port wine.
About Cropwell Bishop Creamery
Cropwell Bishop Creamery, situated in Nottinghamshire, England, is a family-run business with a history dating back to 1847. Renowned for producing Stilton cheese, the creamery operates within the specific geographic confines permitted to legally create this iconic blue cheese.
The creamery has modernized facilities which blend traditional cheesemaking methods passed down through generations with contemporary standards for hygiene and cheese maturation. The Skailes family, who have managed the creamery for three generations, emphasize traditional production techniques and strong community ties, employing many locals and sourcing milk from nearby family-run farms.
This commitment to quality and community has earned Cropwell Bishop Creamery numerous accolades, including the Midlands and East Anglia Family Business of the Year award in 2013 and recognition at the British Cheese Awards.