Wookey Hole Cave Aged Cheddar

Aged for up to 15 months the Cave Aged Cheddar is a rich well rounded cheddar. The Cave environment adds another dimension to the ageing process. The year round constant 12 degrees centigrade and humidity bestows the cheese with the added benefit of rich, earthy and nutty flavours. Not suitable for vegetarians.      …

Earthy
Nutty
Sweet & Savoury

Wookey Hole Cave Aged Cheddar

Description

Aged for up to 15 months the Cave Aged Cheddar is a rich well rounded cheddar. The Cave environment adds another dimension to the ageing process. The year round constant 12 degrees centigrade and humidity bestows the cheese with the added benefit of rich, earthy and nutty flavours. Not suitable for vegetarians.

 

 

 

 

The Profile

Smooth, rich, nutty and earthy flavour. Savoury with slightly sweet elevation.

Wine Pairings

Perfectly complemented by full-bodied red wines with a strong flavour. Try a classic Claret from Bordeaux in France or Cabernet Sauvignon from South Africa.

Food Pairings

Wookey Hole Cave Aged Cheddar, with its earthy depth and tangy bite, pairs beautifully with rustic bread, plum chutney, and a pint of traditional ale. It’s also excellent alongside crisp apples or toasted walnuts to balance its intensity.

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Learn about the science
behind the process

As well as scientific gadgets, our cheesemakers use their experience and instincts throughout the cheesemaking process to ensure our cheddar is the best it can be.

Cheesemaking process
Starter culture

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