{"title":"Sheep's Milk Cheese","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"description\"\u003eTempt your senses with our selection of Spanish sheep's milk cheeses. \u003c\/span\u003eSome of the finest cheeses in Spain are made with fresh sheep's milk - from La Mancha's Manchego to the Basque Country's Idiazábal.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"reserva-manchego-cheese-wooden-box-villajos-cs-37","title":"Villajos Artisan Manchego Cheese in Wooden Box - 4 Pounds","description":"\u003cp\u003eVillajos Manchego is an authentic handmade, raw \u003ca href=\"\/food\/cheese-sheep\"\u003esheep's milk cheese\u003c\/a\u003e cured for over one year. This aged \"curado\" Manchego has a full rich flavor with a nice sharpness. Slice and serve with \u003ca href=\"\/gourmet-olives\/all-olives\"\u003eolives\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/jamon\/sliced-hams\"\u003esliced jamón\u003c\/a\u003e for the authentic flavor of Spain. Packed in a rustic wooden box, it makes a superb gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany connoisseurs rate this Villajos as the best Manchego in Spain (and therefore the world). We are proud to be the exclusive source of this precious cheese in America. Their tiny artisan family operation is too small for the Villajos brothers to supply the commercial market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cheese is \"homemade\" - made in small quantities by two brothers from milk supplied by local shepherds. The cheese is made with raw milk from the Manchega breed of sheep, which are tended by shepherds in the hills surrounding the village. The sheep graze on fresh grass and herbs as they wander the countryside, adding a complex full flavor to their milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe family collects the fresh milk and makes the cheese within hours of milking in order to preserve its natural aroma and taste. This extra effort is amply rewarded. Because the milk is so fresh, it does not need to be pasteurized which would tone down the rich flavors of the cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt yields an insuperable taste, full of subtle tones -- far superior to that of the industrial cheeses that are made with pasteurized milk. We order at least five months ahead so that they can plan to have enough milk from the local shepherds. The entire production process is supervised by the Council of the Denomination of Origin of Manchego Cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe beautifully crafted Villajos \"curado\" earned the Gran Oro Gold Medal for the Best Cheese in Spain at the Frankfurt Food Show in 2023. This cheese also won a \"Great Taste\" award and a Gold Medal at the 2021 Lyon International Competition, the first Prize for Manchego in 2002, a Silver Medal in 2003 and a Silver Medal in 2006 at the Gran Selección de Castilla La Mancha contest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are many cheeses marketed as Manchego, but this one is in a class by itself.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tienda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064332152915,"sku":"cs-37","price":159.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9260\/1171\/files\/cs-37.jpg?v=1787743507"},{"product_id":"torta-del-casar-spoonable-cheese-gran-casar-cs-58","title":"Torta del Casar Spoonable Cheese - 14 Ounces","description":"\u003cp\u003eTorta del Casar is a blockbuster cheese from western Spain. This creamy raw sheep's milk \u003ca href=\"\/artisan-cheese\/all-cheese\"\u003echeese\u003c\/a\u003e is famed for its spoonable texture and intense flavor. Bring to room temperature, cut off the top, and spoon onto bread as you would a brie cheese. But make no mistake, this is no mild brie. Made with pasture-raised raw sheep's milk, Torta del Casar has a complex, bold flavor and creamy texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLegend has it that the Torta del Casar cheese originated as a mistake by shepherds in \u003ca href=\"\/shop-by-region\/extremadura\"\u003eExtremadura\u003c\/a\u003e who were trying to create a hard cheese. Using thistle rennet, some of their cheeses never fully solidified. The cheesemakers loved the flavor and texture and kept them for themselves. But eventually the secret got out. Since then this special cheese has become world famous, and now has its own protected Denomination of Origin status.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNote: This is a fresh cheese with a short shelf life. Once you receive your shipment, please enjoy as soon as possible. There may be no more than two weeks left on the best-by date.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tienda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064332513363,"sku":"cs-58","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9260\/1171\/files\/CS-58.jpg?v=1787743541"},{"product_id":"rosemary-manchego-cheese-cs-55","title":"Rosemary 'Manchego' Cheese - 1.1 Pounds","description":"\u003cp\u003eAromatic rosemary leaves coat this \u003ca href=\"\/food\/cheese-sheep\"\u003erich Manchego cheese\u003c\/a\u003e, complementing its nutty herbal flavor. Made at a small cheesemaker in La Mancha from pasture-raised sheep’s milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe raw cheese is coated with fresh local rosemary before 15 months of aging. During the curing time, the cheese picks up a hint of the amazing aroma of the rosemary, adding an extra depth of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAging makes the cheese firm and pleasantly sharp with a pleasant nuttiness. \u003ca href=\"\/almonds-nuts\/index\"\u003eServe with nuts\u003c\/a\u003e and honey with a glass of your favorite vino.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tienda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064332972115,"sku":"cs-55","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9260\/1171\/files\/CS-55.jpg?v=1787743507"},{"product_id":"cheese-tasting-sampler-peregrino-cs-107","title":"Spanish Cheese Tasting Sampler by Peregrino","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake a flavorful tour of Spain through an assortment of \u003ca href=\"\/artisan-cheese\/all-cheese\"\u003eclassic cheeses\u003c\/a\u003e. This selection of four wedges arrives atop a black sampler board with tasting notes. Sip your favorite Spanish wine and enjoy a tasting flight that guides you through various regions of Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe've selected these four cheeses to offer a sampling of classic Spanish flavors, from buttery Mahón to smoky Idiazábal. Each cheese is cut in Madrid and then vacuum-sealed onto an attractive black plastic slate that doubles as a serving piece. The cheese board contains in-depth descriptions of each cheese to guide your tasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/peregrino\/\"\u003eOur own Peregrino brand\u003c\/a\u003e delivers high quality Spanish favorites that we personally discover and select during our excursions in Spain. Peregrino offerings guarantee our seal of approval as well as an affordable price for high quality Spanish delicacies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheeses included in this sampler:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMahón - A traditional aged cow’s milk cheese from the island of Menorca, this semi-hard cheese is slightly sharp with hints of butter and salt. It is versatile enough to serve as a tapa with \u003ca href=\"\/food\/olives\"\u003eolives\u003c\/a\u003e; melted on toast; or on its own served with red wine or frosty beer. Slice and sprinkle with \u003ca href=\"\/oil-vinegar\/olive-oil\"\u003eolive oil\u003c\/a\u003e, black pepper and tarragon to experience it in its most traditional form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eManchego - \u003ca href=\"\/artisan-cheese\/cheese-sheep\"\u003eSpain’s famous sheep’s milk cheese\u003c\/a\u003e, with a complex nutty taste and pleasant sharpness. This creamy, full-flavored, firm cheese pairs well with \u003ca href=\"\/jamon\/jamon-iberico-slices\"\u003ecured Ibérico\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/jamon\/jamon-serrano-slices\"\u003eSerrano ham\u003c\/a\u003e. Serve slices at room temperature with a glass of wine to savor the complex flavor, or drizzle with honey and pair with fruit for an indulgent dessert.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIbérico - Similar to Manchego, but more mild and made of three milks, Ibérico cheese is beautifully balanced with a smoothness matching a pleasantly acidic finish. It is made using at least 50% cow's milk, lending a smoothness that adds nuance to the bright, tangy flavors of the other milks. Medium cured, with a firm bite, enjoy this favorite sliced in wedges and paired with fruit or \u003ca href=\"\/preserves\"\u003ea slice of membrillo quince preserve\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdiazábal - Crafted in the heart of the Basque Country, this aged sheep's milk cheese is hardwood smoked, providing a deep but subtle flavor. The smoke gently permeates its exterior and as the cheese ages, the flavor becomes sharper. Pair with fresh fruits, ham, \u003ca href=\"\/food\/chorizo\"\u003esalchichón\u003c\/a\u003e and crusty bread and serve with a hearty red wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe recommend serving cheese at room temperature to bring out its full flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tienda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064348831827,"sku":"cs-107","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9260\/1171\/files\/cs-107_0d6dae2a-1dcb-4a1e-9700-03d513ccac0d.jpg?v=1787743417"},{"product_id":"idiazabal-sheeps-cheese-smoked-cs-46","title":"Idiazábal Sheep's Milk Cheese, Lightly Smoked - 10 Ounces","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur Idiazábal cheese is made by a small family company in the heart of \u003ca href=\"\/shop-by-region\/basque-country\"\u003ethe Basque Country\u003c\/a\u003e. A smoked unpasteurized sheep's milk cheese aged for 8 months, it gets a deep but subtle flavor from being smoked with hawthorn and cherry wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, Basque shepherds would keep their flocks high in the Pyrenees Mountains throughout the spring and summer. In the early autumn, right after the first snows, the shepherds would appear in the villages below carrying with them the cheeses they made from the ewe’s milk all summer long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo preserve the cheeses in the highlands they stored them by the chimneys of their mountain shelters, where they aged and naturally smoked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Denomination of Origin raw sheep’s milk cheese is hardwood smoked, coloring the outer rind from orange to a nutty brown. The smoke gently permeates the pale beige interior. As it ages, the flavor becomes a little sharper, and can be grated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdiazábal goes beautifully with fresh fruits, \u003ca href=\"\/jamon\/index\"\u003ejamón\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/food\/slicing-sausages\"\u003esalchichón\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/food\/bread-galician\"\u003ecrusty bread\u003c\/a\u003e and pairs well with a hearty red wine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tienda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064348864595,"sku":"cs-46","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9260\/1171\/files\/CS-46.jpg?v=1787743462"},{"product_id":"black-garlic-cheese-campollano-cs-07","title":"Black Garlic Cheese from La Mancha by Campollano - 13 Ounces","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis semi-soft Manchego-style cheese is infused with earthy, slightly sweet black garlic. It has a rich, nutty flavor that is perfectly balanced with rich garlic flavor. Serve at room temperature with your favorite vino.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis firm, smooth cheese has a full nutty flavor. Black garlic cream is pierced into the wheel, creating a striking pattern of dark lines throughout the cheese.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCampollano black garlic cheese is aged in the small town of Poblete in the heart of La Mancha. Like \u003ca href=\"\/artisan-cheese\/cheese-sheep\"\u003eManchego cheese\u003c\/a\u003e, it is made from the milk of free roaming sheep that eat wild herbs and grasses. Black garlic is made from fresh garlic that is heated and aged until it darkens and creates a rich, tangy, molasses-like flavor. The cloves are then puréed into a cream before being introduced to the cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tienda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064352600147,"sku":"cs-07","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9260\/1171\/files\/cs-07.jpg?v=1787743384"},{"product_id":"artisan-manchego-cheese-flight-peregrino-cs-176","title":"Artisan Manchego Cheese Flight by Peregrino - 3 Wedges, Gift Wrapped","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the true flavor of \u003ca href=\"\/food\/cheese-sheep\"\u003efine Manchego cheese\u003c\/a\u003e with this beautifully packaged collection. All three Manchegos start with ultra fresh raw milk from the Alvarez estate, and different aging periods create a delicious variety of flavor intensity and aroma. Serve this flight of cheeses with a bottle of your favorite wine and discover what Manchego is really about.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart your tasting with the mild young Manchego, aged for about three months. Each bite has a smooth, slightly creamy texture and mild sharpness with pleasant herbal notes. Next, try the bolder semi-aged Manchego, aged for at least 6 months. A firmer, denser bite gives way to a bright sharpness and complex nutty flavor. Finally try the reserva, aged for nearly a year. With a dense, almost crumbly texture and pronounced sharpness, it has a bold flavor that lingers on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Alvarez Valera family has crafted Manchego cheese for four generations. They raise their own flock of Manchega breed sheep, ensuring the freshest, finest quality milk for making cheeses. Unlike the bland industrial Manchego you may have tried from the supermarket, these cheeses have a complexity of flavor that only comes from the finest raw milk and artisan methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis collection is packed by hand with an attractive ribbon to make the \u003ca href=\"\/gifts\/index\"\u003eperfect gift\u003c\/a\u003e for the cheese lover.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tienda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064352731219,"sku":"cs-176","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9260\/1171\/files\/cs-176_4167add7-e6ef-42fc-8c7b-33c59b88bf1b.jpg?v=1787743387"},{"product_id":"cheesemakers-choice-cheese-flight-peregrino-cs-177","title":"Cheesemaker’s Choice Flight by Peregrino - 3 Wedges, Gift Wrapped","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis delicious selection of artisan cheeses is a great introduction to La Mancha's famed cheese tradition. A small family-run cheesemaker created this flight of his favorites, including a flavorful Manchego, a cheese infused with fresh rosemary and a cheese with red wine. Each wedge is individually wrapped, then packaged by hand in this \u003ca href=\"\/gifts\/index\"\u003egift-worthy\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheesemaker Alfonso Alvarez raises his own flocks of free-ranging Manchega sheep and goats. His family ensures they are well fed and cared for to produce the finest fresh milk. This high quality raw milk produces cheeses of profound flavor and appealing texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/food\/cheese-sheep\"\u003eManchego is Spain's signature cheese\u003c\/a\u003e, and this artisan version is an excellent example. Aged just over 90 days, it has a mild yet complex flavor with just a touch of sharpness. It has a rich texture with a firm bite but is not hard and crumbly like a 'reserva' Manchego.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe second cheese, made of sheep's milk, has a smooth texture and mild flavor. Fresh rosemary leaves are ground and added to the milk before the cheese begins the aging process. Each bite has a balanced, aromatic herbal taste evoking the countryside of La Mancha.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe third is a mild, tangy sheep's milk cheese mixed with a hearty red wine, which adds a beautiful burgundy color and pleasant wine aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis trio is a great way to discover some of the delicious cheeses of La Mancha. This attractive collection makes an excellent gift.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tienda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064352862291,"sku":"cs-177","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9260\/1171\/files\/cs-177.jpg?v=1787743418"},{"product_id":"herb-spice-wine-cheese-flight-peregrino-cs-175","title":"Herb, Spice \u0026 Wine Cheese Flight by Peregrino - 3 Wedges, Gift Wrapped","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnjoy this flight of three flavorful cheeses from La Mancha. Each one is infused with a distinctly Spanish flavor which creates a colorful display for your table. Fresh rosemary leaves, red wine and smoked paprika are blended directly into the cheeses so that each bite is full of the flavors of La Mancha. Serve this collection at your next wine and cheese party! Each wedge is individually wrapped, then packed by hand to make the \u003ca href=\"\/gifts\/index\"\u003eperfect gift\u003c\/a\u003e for the cheese lover.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first is a Manchego sheep's milk cheese with fresh rosemary blended into the milk early in the cheesemaking process, adding an enticing aroma. The second is a mild sheep's milk cheese mixed with red wine which adds a delightful aroma and striking burgundy color. The last is also a sheep's milk cheese with the smoky aroma of Pimentón de La Vera paprika - the orange color comes only from this \u003ca href=\"\/food\/smoked-paprika\"\u003eclassic Spanish spice\u003c\/a\u003e. All three are made using fresh raw milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese cheeses are made by the Alvarez Valera family, who raise the animals themselves to ensure they have the freshest, finest quality milk for making cheeses. Four generations of the family have supported the business and it is their passion to create fine \u003ca href=\"\/artisan-cheese\/cheese-sheep\"\u003eLa Mancha cheeses\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tienda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064352895059,"sku":"cs-175","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9260\/1171\/files\/cs-175.jpg?v=1787743456"},{"product_id":"young-manchego-cheese-villajos-cs-26","title":"Artisan Young Manchego Cheese from La Mancha - 12.3 Ounces","description":"\u003cp\u003eA hint of sweet, a nice sharpness and a full flavor: this young Manchego is the real thing. This farmhouse cheese is an artisan masterpiece that puts grocery store Manchego cheeses to shame. Our friends at Villajos use very fresh milk from local, pasture raised sheep and lovingly tend each wheel as it ages for four months. You can taste the difference in each delicious bite!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur young Manchego is flavorful with a full sharpness, yet smooth and approachable. Because it is aged for a relatively short time, it has a semi-soft texture and balanced taste. This large wedge is great to slice and share at a \u003ca href=\"\/tapas\/index\"\u003etapas party\u003c\/a\u003e or family gathering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Villajos family uses only artisan methods for their award winning Manchegos. They source only the freshest possible milk from Manchega sheep, a name that means \"from La Mancha.\" Local herds graze in the fields around the village of Porzuna in \u003ca href=\"\/food\/shop-by-region\/castilla-la-mancha\"\u003eLa Mancha\u003c\/a\u003e, nibbling on grasses and herbs as they roam. This wild diet is the secret to the complex, elegant flavor of the final cheese.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe stumbled upon this outstanding cheese at a food fair in Trujillo, deep in western Spain. Though we’d spent the entire day tasting cheeses, this Manchego stood out above the rest. Its firm yet creamy texture gave way to a delightful nuttiness and pleasant sharpness. Only later did we realize we’d tasted an award-winning cheese.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGold medal at the International Food Show in Frankfurt, Silver medal at the World Cheese Awards.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tienda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064353615955,"sku":"cs-26","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9260\/1171\/files\/cs-26_49bce313-e745-4b06-b292-a729aa74e760.jpg?v=1787743550"},{"product_id":"baby-manchego-cheese-villajos-cs-28","title":"Baby 'Manchego' Cheese - 12.3 Ounces","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis fresh version of \u003ca href=\"\/artisan-cheese\/cheese-sheep\"\u003eManchego\u003c\/a\u003e is a customer favorite, with its creamy texture and mild, rich flavor. Aged for just 30 days by the artisans at Villajos, just half the time for an official Manchego cheese. We serve slices of this creamy cheese with wine and \u003ca href=\"\/pantry-staples\/bread-crackers\"\u003ecrackers\u003c\/a\u003e, and it is also great for melting on canapes and gourmet grilled cheeses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen we first tasted the Manchego cheeses made by the Villajos family, they stood out above any other Manchego we’d tried. But we wanted a more approachable version, so we asked them to make a special young style just for us. Baby 'Manchego' was born. While the label does not say Manchego, this is the exact same cheese, just a bit younger than the official Manchego.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExcellent cheese depends on the best quality milk, and the Villajos family sources milk fresh from local Manchega sheep that wander the fields near their small village of Porzuna. These sheep graze on grasses and herbs, which add complexity to their milk. Within hours of milking, cheese-master Beni begins the ancient craft of transforming the milk into wheels.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis mild cheese is versatile, so much that we use it in every meal of the day! Try a few slices at breakfast with fruit or serve slices as a tapa with a glass of white wine or a cold beer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tienda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064353714259,"sku":"cs-28","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9260\/1171\/files\/cs-28.jpg?v=1787743384"},{"product_id":"aged-manchego-cheese-villajos-cs-27","title":"Artisan Sharp Manchego Cheese - 12.3 Ounces","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen we first tasted this handmade cheese made by the Villajos family, our idea of \u003ca href=\"\/artisan-cheese\/cheese-sheep\"\u003eSpain's famous Manchego cheese\u003c\/a\u003e was transformed. Each bite of this aged cheese releases a full nutty flavor and pleasantly bold sharpness. When you want to serve Manchego at its finest, there is nothing better.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhy is Villajos Manchego so good? The answer is the finest milk: the family churns the fresh local sheep’s milk in small batches to make a truly artisan cheese. This Manchego is so much richer than grocery store versions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eManchega breed sheep graze in nearby pastures full of flowers, grasses and herbs that give their milk a complex flavor. Each morning the milk is quickly delivered to the Villajos factory.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnder the steady hand of master cheese maker, Beni, the raw milk is churned, then pressed into shape. Then the cheese is aged and periodically turned for 6 months before it is ready. The extended aging creates a firmer, sharper version of Manchego, with some similarities to a fine Parmigiano Reggiano. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe this sharp Manchego with fruit or wildflower honey. Or serve alongside \u003ca href=\"\/jamon\/index\"\u003efavorites like Jamón Ibérico\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/almonds-nuts\"\u003eMarcona almonds\u003c\/a\u003e and your favorite wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVillajos has been recognized for their outstanding cheeses. This sharp Manchego earned a Gold medal at the Cheese from Spain Awards, and a Gran Selección Silver Medal for Manchego at the annual food fair hosted by the regional Government of \u003ca href=\"\/food\/shop-by-region\/castilla-la-mancha\"\u003eCastilla-La Mancha\u003c\/a\u003e, where it is made. It also won a Silver Medal at the World Cheese Awards. With one taste, you’ll see why!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tienda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064353747027,"sku":"cs-27","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9260\/1171\/files\/cs-27.jpg?v=1787743385"},{"product_id":"manchego-cheese-sampler-peregrino-cs-108","title":"Manchego Cheese Tasting Sampler by Peregrino","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the varied flavor of Manchego, the most celebrated of Spain's cheeses! This grouping of Manchego cheese is presented on a sampler board, a ready-to-serve party appetizer or \u003ca href=\"\/gifts\/index.html\"\u003ehostess gift\u003c\/a\u003e. Sip your favorite Spanish wine and indulge in a tasting flight that guides you through the aging process of \u003ca href=\"\/cheese\/cheese-sheep\"\u003eauthentic Manchego\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Manchego has a complexity of flavor you won't find at your local cheese counter. We chose three levels of aging so that you can experience how the cheese transforms over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach wedge is cut in Spain and then sealed onto an attractive plastic board that doubles as a serving platter. The cheese board contains descriptions of each cheese to guide your tasting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCheeses included in this sampler:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaby La Mancha Cheese:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Manchego is born! This fresh, creamy cheese is very mild. In fact it is so young (less than 60 days of aging), it can't yet officially be called a Manchego. We love the bright, tangy flavor and creamy mildness. Made from pasteurized sheep's milk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYoung Manchego:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith time comes character, and this 2 month cheese is firm and a touch sharp, but still boasts a mild flavor and creamy texture. Made from pasteurized sheep's milk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReserva Manchego:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter a full year of aging, this Manchego has all of the complexity that comes with maturity. A bright sharpness and bold flavor make this a cheese to savor. Made from unpasteurized sheep's milk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend serving artisan cheese at room temperature to bring out its full flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tienda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064356073555,"sku":"cs-108","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9260\/1171\/files\/cs-108.jpg?v=1787743469"},{"product_id":"zamorano-sheeps-milk-cheese-vicente-pastor-cs-10","title":"Zamorano Sheep's Milk Cheese by Vicente Pastor","description":"\u003cp\u003eZamorano is a traditional farmhouse sheep's milk cheese, noticeably nuttier and sweeter than its famous Spanish cousin, \u003ca href=\"\/artisan-cheese\/cheese-sheep\"\u003eManchego\u003c\/a\u003e. Many cheese lovers prefer it! Cheesemaker Vicente Pastor is an artisan dedicated to aging the finest Zamorano in the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZamorano tastes so good on its own that we enjoy it with \u003ca href=\"\/bread\/bread-crackers\"\u003ecrackers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/gourmet-olives\/gourmet-table-olives\"\u003eolives\u003c\/a\u003e and a good bottle of red wine from Ribera del Duero.  Zamorano also pairs well with fresh fruit and \u003ca href=\"\/pantry-staples\/preserves\"\u003emembrillo preserves\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVicente Pastor Zamorano cheese is made from the rich, flavorful milk of the native Castilian breed of sheep. This is what gives Zamorano a wonderful texture, smoother than other sheep's milk cheeses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nomadic shepherds of \u003ca href=\"\/shop-by-region\/castilla-y-leon\"\u003eCastilla y León\u003c\/a\u003e have been handcrafting Zamorano cheese in the region of Zamora for centuries. It is aged for seven months in a cold, humid environment and the cheeses are turned often and rubbed with olive oil. Our Zamorano has been awarded the Denominción de Origen Protegida designation, following a strict set of quality guidelines for authentic Zamorano.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tienda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064359743571,"sku":"cs-10","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9260\/1171\/files\/cs-10.jpg?v=1787743551"},{"product_id":"bocadillo-sandwich-kit-jm-73","title":"Bocadillo Sandwich Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the very first orders of business when we arrive at Barajas airport in Madrid is to stop by one of the many cafés and order a café con leche and a bocadillo de jamón. Delicious in its simplicity, a bocadillo consists of a \u003ca href=\"\/bread-galician\"\u003eloaf of crusty bread\u003c\/a\u003e cut in half, coated with \u003ca href=\"\/olive-oil\"\u003eextra virgin olive oil\u003c\/a\u003e, then layered with cured ham and cheese. You can make a bocadillo with many other ingredients - a \u003ca href=\"\/tortilla\"\u003ewedge of tortilla española\u003c\/a\u003e for instance, or roasted peppers, or thin slices of grilled pork. But to us, a bocadillo of jamón and queso is the purest expression of this very Spanish sandwich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit features two large loaves of Barra Gallega from Galicia, crusty and delicious after 10 minutes of baking, 6 ounces of thinly sliced cured Serrano ham and 12.3 ounces of mild, flavorful \u003ca href=\"\/cheese-sheep\"\u003eManchego cheese\u003c\/a\u003e from La Mancha \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand a 17 ounce chef-style squeeze bottle of extra virgin olive oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembling a bocadillo could not be easier! Slice open the freshly baked bread, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, layer thin slices of jamón and cheese and you are done. If you want a bit more complexity, add a few \u003ca href=\"\/piquillo-peppers\"\u003epiquillo or guindilla peppers\u003c\/a\u003e to the mix. Cut the bocadillo in pieces and serve with \u003ca href=\"\/soup\"\u003ea cool cup of gazpacho\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(We may substitute products of equal quality for those shown in photo.)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tienda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46029454311507,"sku":"JM-73","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9260\/1171\/files\/JM-73_809de2f3-4c77-46f3-ac67-caa27826d363.jpg?v=1787725215"},{"product_id":"manchego-cheese-duo-adiano-cs-29","title":"Gift Box of Two Artisan Manchego Cheeses by Adiano","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdiano is a truly special Manchego, family-made in La Mancha. This attractive gift box brings their creations to your with two wedges, so you and your guests can taste Manchego at two stages of aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart with the younger \u003ci\u003esemicurado\u003c\/i\u003e, aged 3 to 5 months. It is creamy and rich, with just a hint of sharpness. Then taste the \u003ci\u003ecurado\u003c\/i\u003e, aged 6 to 8 months. This version has a nutty complexity, firm yet rich texture and a clean sharpness. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth cheeses start with the same simple ingredients: milk, rennet and salt. Adiano uses less salt than most, allowing the flavors of the rich sheep’s milk and diet of herbs and grasses to shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wheels of Manchego are aged in cool, humid cellars and turned by hand, a careful process to ensure they age evenly. The result is a Manchego that is balanced and creamy with an elegant nutty finish. The longer it ages, the more the flavors and textures develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe name “Adiano” means “excellent” in Castilian, and the world agrees! In the last few years, their cheeses have earned more than thirty awards, including three rare Super Gold medals at the World Cheese Awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBehind it all is founder, Ricardo García, who grew up shepherding in the mountains of \u003ca href=\"\/shop-by-region\/castilla-la-mancha\"\u003eLa Mancha\u003c\/a\u003e. After years running a respected restaurant in Murcia, he returned home to recreate the Manchego he remembered eating as a child.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn his farm, El Campillo, near Cabañeros National Park, he rebuilt a flock of Manchega sheep and began making cheese the traditional way. Today, he works alongside his son, José Ángel, and both are passionate about making truly great Manchego.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdiano is also the first artisan DO Manchego producer to earn Welfair™ humane certification. 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The flavor opens bright and slightly sharp, with warm toasted nutty flavors and a pleasing richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhy is this possibly the finest \u003ca href=\"\/artisan-cheese\/cheese-sheep\"\u003eManchego\u003c\/a\u003e in Spain? Start with the pasture. Their estate-raised Manchega breed sheep graze on wild grasses and herbs under the wide skies of La Mancha. The milk is exceptionally rich and full of the flavors of the pasture. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis special Manchego is made with just three ingredients: sheep’s milk, rennet and salt. Once each wheel is formed and moved to the aging cellar, the cheeses are turned by hand as they mature in cool, humid air. The result is a Manchego that tastes balanced in every way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdiano takes its name from an old Castilian word for something of exceptional quality. And the world agrees! Over the past few years, this cheese has earned more than thirty awards, including three Super Gold medals at the World Cheese Awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart of Adiano is about family and one man’s quest. Ricardo García grew up in a shepherding family, where cheese was a way of life. After years in the restaurant world, he returned to \u003ca href=\"\/shop-by-region\/castilla-la-mancha\"\u003eLa Mancha\u003c\/a\u003e seeking the simple foods of his childhood. On his farm near Cabañeros National Park, he rebuilt a flock of 3,500 Manchega sheep and began making cheese the old way, just like he remembered. His son. 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It is best enjoyed sliced thinly and served at room temperature with a glass of full-bodied red wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ingredient list is refreshingly short: milk, rennet and salt. By using less salt than most cheesemakers, the flavor of the rich sheep’s milk and the herbs of the pasture take center stage. The young \u003ci\u003esemicurado\u003c\/i\u003e version is aged 3 to 5 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdiano Manchego wheels age in cool, humid cellars and are turned by hand for even aging. The milk used is exceptionally rich, which allows the cheese to develop deep flavor while remaining creamy and smooth. The result is a cheese with a balanced, elegantly nutty flavor. This is truly one of the best Manchegos in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Adiano” is a Castilian term meaning “excellent.” And the world agrees! This special Manchego cheese has earned thirty awards in the last few years, including a history-making three “Super Gold” medals at the World Cheese Awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdiano Manchego was inspired by owner Ricardo García’s childhood in a remote village in the mountains of \u003ca href=\"\/shop-by-region\/castilla-la-mancha\"\u003eLa Mancha\u003c\/a\u003e in the 1950s. His family lived by shepherding, and their meals came from what they made themselves: bread, \u003ca href=\"\/chorizo\/all-chorizo\"\u003echorizos\u003c\/a\u003e and fresh cheeses. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs an adult Ricardo opened the restaurant El Tebas in Murcia, which become known for its top-quality ingredients. Still, he could never find a Manchego cheese that matched the one he remembered from home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 2015, he returned to La Mancha, buying a farm called El Campillo near Cabañeros National Park. 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This tray holds perfectly portioned hand-cut slices of Reserva Manchego, ready to be served alongside fruit, \u003ca href=\"\/jamon\/sliced-hams\"\u003eIbérico ham\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/almonds-nuts\/almonds\"\u003emarcona almonds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhy is Villajos Manchego so exceptional? It starts with the milk. The family uses only fresh, local sheep’s milk, crafted in small batches to produce a truly artisanal cheese, noticeably richer and more complex than supermarket Manchego.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Manchega breed sheep graze on nearby pastures filled with wildflowers, grasses and herbs, which lend depth and flavor to the milk. Each morning, the milk is delivered fresh to the Villajos creamery, where it is transformed under the careful guidance of master cheesemaker Beni.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWorking with raw milk, the cheese is churned, pressed and then patiently aged for six months and turned regularly to ensure even maturation. This extended aging creates a firmer texture and a sharper savory profile, somewhat similar to a fine Parmigiano Reggiano.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVillajos’ cheeses have earned widespread recognition. This sharp Manchego won a Gold Medal at the Cheese from Spain Awards, a Gran Selección Silver Medal from Castilla-La Mancha and a Silver Medal at the World Cheese Awards. 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