Red Leicester

Red Leicester (also known as Leicester) is a British cheddar-style cheese hailing from Leicestershire. This hard cheese is made from raw cow's milk. Underneath its cloth-wrapped rind, the texture is dense and crumbly. The aromas are rich, while the flavors are sweet, rich, and reminiscent of burnt caramel.

Back in the 17th century, farmers decided that the color of the cheese should show its creaminess and richness, so they started to color it with annatto, giving the cheese a reddish-orange color. Red Leicester usually matures from 6 to 9 months. It's recommended to pair it with full-bodied whites such as Muscadet and Vouvray.