Alcaidús Cured Mahón-Menorca Cheese 2.8 kg Raw Milk

Alcaidús Cured Mahón-Menorca Cheese 2.8 kg Raw Milk

Alcaidús cured Mahón-Menorca cheese made from raw milk. A 2.8 kg piece with firm texture, aged brown rind and an intense, persistent flavour with a subtle spicy touch. View more

  • Sku 030023
  • Refrigerated Product Product not available outside Spain
Description

Alcaidús Cured Mahón-Menorca Cheese 2.8 kg Raw Milk

Alcaidús cured cheese is a Mahón-Menorca cheese made from raw milk and presented as a 2.8 kg whole piece. It stands out for its firmer texture, lower elasticity and aged brown outer rind, typical of cheeses with longer maturation.

Flavour and texture

This cured cheese offers an intense and developed flavour, with deep aromas and long persistence on the palate. In highly matured cheeses, a slight spicy note may appear, adding character and complexity.

Main features

  • Cured Mahón-Menorca cheese.
  • Made from raw cow’s milk.
  • Whole piece format of 2.8 kg.
  • Firm texture with lower elasticity.
  • Aged brown outer rind.
  • Intense, persistent flavour with a possible spicy touch.
  • Ideal for cheese boards, hospitality, cutting by weight and gourmet tastings.

Ingredients

Whole cow’s milk 100%, salt, calcium chloride, rennet and lactic cultures.

Rind

Non-edible rind: pimaricin, potassium and calcium sorbate, colour E-172.

Allergens

Contains milk.

Nutritional information

Average valuesPer 100 g
Energy 1877 kJ / 453 kcal
Fat 37.3 g
Of which saturates 22.0 g
Carbohydrate 0.0 g
Of which sugars 0.0 g
Protein 29.2 g
Salt 1.98 g

Additional information

  • Dry extract: 52%.
  • Fat in dry matter: 48%.
  • Full-fat cheese.
  • Non-edible rind.
  • Keep refrigerated between 2 °C and 8 °C.
  • Recommended to serve 15 minutes after removing from the refrigerator.

Pairing and serving

Pairs very well with rustic bread, nuts, quince paste, sobrasada, cured meats, full-bodied red wines, structured white wines or vermouth. It is also an excellent choice for gourmet appetisers and recipes that require a more intense cheese flavour.

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