Westcombe Traditional Cheddar, Cows Milk, 200g

Westcombe Cheddar Traditional is 200g of Westcombe Traditional Cheddar, a Slow Food Presidium clothbound Cheddar from Somerset, one of only three Slow Food-recognised traditional Cheddar dairies. Westcombe Cheddar traditional is one of Britain’s most celebrated artisan Cheddars. As a result, the traditional clothbound method and slow ageing produce a Cheddar of extraordinary depth. Furthermore, Westcombe Cheddar is one of the most recognised names in British artisan cheese. In particular, look for the characteristic savoury, slightly earthy notes that distinguish traditional from factory Cheddar.

About Westcombe Cheddar Traditional

We source British artisan cheese from the finest independent cheesemakers across England, Scotland and Wales. In particular, British artisan cheese has undergone a remarkable renaissance over the last thirty years. As a result, a Colston Bassett Stilton, a Baron Bigod or a Westcombe Cheddar represents the very best of what British cheese can achieve. Furthermore, many British artisan cheeses are made by individual cheesemakers using milk from named farms and specific breeds. However, the range of British artisan cheese is extraordinary — from crumbly Caerphilly to crystalline Cheddar to bold blues. In particular, most producers here have a long commitment to traditional and slow methods. Additionally, Slow Food, PDO and PGI protection covers several significant British cheeses. That commitment to British artisan quality defines every cheese we offer. That is why this product from The Artisan Food Company consistently impresses even the most discerning cheese lovers.

Why Choose Westcombe Cheddar Traditional From Us

Using British artisan cheese well rewards the same basic approach as any great cheese: room temperature and good bread. In contrast to serving straight from the fridge, British hard cheeses open up considerably. As a result, always remove from the fridge at least 30 minutes before serving. Furthermore, a good Stilton suits port and both suit the end of a fine meal. However, British Cheddar suits a ploughman’s, a sandwich and cooking in equal measure. In particular, many of these cheeses are made in very small quantities by single cheesemakers committed to traditional methods. Moreover, British artisan cheese suits pairing with chutneys, pickles and British ales. Additionally, blues benefit from 45 minutes at room temperature for the fullest flavour. That British artisan quality and diversity define every cheese in this range.

How to Serve Westcombe Cheddar Traditional

To get the very best from it:

• Serve at room temperature on a cheese board after 30 minutes out of the fridge.
• Use in a ploughman’s with good chutney, pickled onions and crusty bread.
• Furthermore, grate over cauliflower cheese, fish pie topping or Welsh rarebit.
• Additionally, pair with good apple, pear or a fruit chutney for the classic British combination.

Perfect Pairings

This product pairs beautifully with:

• Good chutney — Branston or a homemade fruit chutney — alongside.
• Apple, pear or grapes for the classic British cheese board.
• A glass of aged Rioja, a good claret or a Taylor’s port alongside.
• Good crusty bread or proper water biscuits.

Storage: Keep refrigerated, wrapped in wax paper. Furthermore, hard cheese keeps for 3 to 4 weeks once cut if well wrapped. However, always serve at room temperature — remove from the fridge 30 minutes before. Delivered chilled and ready to serve.

However you serve it, Westcombe Cheddar Traditional brings a character that only genuine artisan cheese can deliver. Moreover, great cheese always rewards good bread, the right wine and serving at room temperature.