Telemea de Ibanesti is a traditional cheese made in the Gurghiu valley from cow's or sheep's milk. Its texture is quite wet and crumbly because the block-shaped cheese is placed in brine during the production. Telemea is white to yellowish-white in color and has a sweet, sour, creamy, and salty flavor that gets more intense as the cheese ages.
The maturation process lasts for a minimum of 20 days. These tasty blocks of cheese are sold in vacuum-sealed bags or drums to preserve the shape and flavor. Due to the fact that it is similar to feta cheese, Telemea is used in salads, snacks, and omelets, and it’s typically paired with white wines.
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