La Antigua Azul Cabrales Cheese: the authentic mountain blue cheese
La Antigua Azul D.O.P. Cabrales cheese is one of the most authentic expressions of traditional Spanish blue cheese.
Made in the Picos de Europa with 100% raw cow’s milk, this cheese follows the ancestral method of aging in natural caves, where time, humidity, and the surrounding environment work their magic.
It is an intense, complex cheese, deeply connected to its land.
What makes it unique?
- Authentic D.O.P. Cabrales → guarantee of origin and quality
- 100% raw cow’s milk → deep, natural flavor
- Aged in natural caves (2–4 months)
- Development of Penicillium molds → distinctive blue-green veining
- Traditional artisanal production
A cheese that is not manufactured. It is cultivated.
Cave aging: the secret behind its flavor
The production process follows the purest Cabrales cheese tradition:
- The wheels are carried by hand up to the mountain caves
- They mature in natural conditions (8–12 °C and high humidity)
- They are turned regularly for even aging
During this process:
- natural molds develop
- the aroma intensifies
- its characteristic creamy texture is created
The environment is an essential part of the flavor.
Flavor and texture profile
This blue cheese offers an intense yet balanced experience:
- Texture: creamy and slightly crumbly
- Color: ivory with blue-green veining
- Aroma: intense, deep, and penetrating
- Flavor: powerful, with a balance between salinity and gentle piquancy
A blue cheese with character, but without excessive sharpness.
Cabrales Protected Designation of Origin
When it reaches its optimal point of maturity, the cheese:
- is wrapped in green aluminum foil
- receives its official D.O.P. labeling
- includes a control number from the Regulatory Council
An absolute guarantee of authenticity, origin, and quality.
How to enjoy it (gourmet experience)
To enjoy it at its best:
- Serve at room temperature
- Enjoy it on its own or in small portions
- Let it slowly evolve on the palate
Recommended pairings:
- Full-bodied or oak-aged red wines
- Naturally sweet wines (a perfect contrast)
- Nuts and quince paste
- Rustic or sourdough bread
Also perfect in gourmet cooking: sauces, risottos, or meats.
A cheese for bold palates
La Antigua Azul Cabrales D.O.P. cheese is ideal if you are looking for:
- Authentic, traditional blue cheeses
- Products with a strong regional identity
- Intense, complex flavors
- Unique gastronomic experiences
It is not a mild cheese.
It is a cheese that leaves a lasting impression.
Technical details
- Origin: Asturias, Spain
- Milk: 100% raw cow’s milk
- Aging: 2–4 months in natural caves
- Texture: Creamy with veining
- Flavor: Intense, balanced, slightly spicy
- Aroma: Penetrating
- D.O.P.: Cabrales
Ingredients and allergens
Ingredients: Raw cow’s milk, natural rennet, salt, lactic cultures
Allergens: Contains milk
Storage and consumption
- Keep refrigerated between 2ºC and 8ºC
- Best consumed before the date indicated (6-9 months)
- Keep well wrapped after opening
Nutritional information (per 100 g)
- Energy: 1678 kJ / 449 kcal
- Fat: 31,7 g (saturates 22,51 g)
- Carbohydrates: <0,9 g
- Protein: 28,8 g
- Salt: 1,85 g