San Simón Smoked Cow's Milk Cheese - 1.1 Pounds

San Simón greets you with a deep, smoky aroma that reminds us of the tiny stone villages we visited in Galicia in northern Spain. The pale yellow interior is buttery and mild, with a fresh flavor and delicate smokiness. This distinctive conical cheese has a beautiful ocher rind and a flavor somewhat like an artisan gouda.

We serve this special cheese with freshly baked Galician bread and a chilled bottle of Albariño white wine from the region. It also melts like a dream for delectable canapés or amazing macaroni and cheese!

San Simón is such a signature cheese of Galicia that it was granted protected D.O. status, preserving this cheese tradition for generations to come. It is made from the fresh pasteurized milk of grass fed Galician Blonde cattle. The new cheese is smoked for a couple of hours over fresh birch wood, lending it a tan color and alluring smokiness. It is then aged for about two months.

How should I store cheese before opening?

Unopened cheese can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 6 months.

What is the shelf life after opening the cheese?

Once opened, it should be refrigerated and consumed within 3 to 4 weeks.

Can I freeze cheese for long-term storage?

Freezing is not recommended, as it can degrade the texture and quality of the cheese.

Is it safe to eat the rind?

Eating the rinds is not recommended.

What should I do if spots appear on the cheese?

Spots can be wiped off using a cloth lightly dampened with olive oil, or trimmed away.

How are perishable items shipped?

La Tienda ships refrigerated items in a recyclable cooler or insulated package with frozen ice packs to arrive in top condition. 

How will my order be packed?

La Tienda packs products carefully to ensure they arrive in top condition. Cold items are packed with insulated packaging and ice packs to preserve freshness. Items will arrive in La Tienda branded boxes.