Artisan Semi-Cured Manchego Cheese PDO Los Villajos – The Authentic Taste of La Mancha
Discover Artisan Semi-Cured Manchego Cheese PDO, a jewel of Spanish gastronomy, made with raw milk from Manchega sheep and matured for between 3 and 6 months. Its ivory-white interior, combined with moderately intense dairy aromas, invites you to enjoy a unique sensory experience.
This cheese is characterized by a smooth, balanced flavor full of nuances, which develops slowly on the palate. Its pleasant finish leaves a delicate impression, evoking the richness of La Mancha pastures and the tradition of an artisan maturation process passed down from generation to generation.
With its creamy texture and perfect balance between smoothness and complexity, Artisan Semi-Cured Manchego Cheese is ideal to enjoy at any time: on its own, on a gourmet cheese board, or paired with a good wine from the region. Each bite is a reminder of the authentic flavor of La Mancha, one of Spain’s most emblematic regions.
With Protected Designation of Origin (PDO), this cheese is the result of a careful production process that ensures its unique quality and flavor. It is more than a cheese: it is a piece of history, tradition and passion for craftsmanship.
Ingredients: Raw Manchega sheep’s milk, lactic ferments, rennet and salt.
Allergens: Milk as the sole raw material used in the making of the cheese.
Nutritional Value per 100g
- Energy value: 1494 kJ. / 357 kcal.
- Fat: 27.6 g.
- Of which saturated: 17.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 3.9 g.
- Of which sugars: 1.2 g.
- Protein: 23.3 g.
- Salt: 1.0 g.
- Calcium: 760mg
Weight: approximately 400gr.
Presented in vacuum packaging.
Shelf life: 9 months
D.O.P: Manchego
Every Manchego cheese is identified on one of its flat sides with a numbered and serialized casein plate.
Storage
The ideal temperature for storing the cheese is 8 – 10 ºC. If you want to stop the cheese from maturing and prevent the development of molds on the natural rind, the temperature should be 4ºC.
Producer: Quesos Los Villajos
Origin: Porzuna, Ciudad Real.
Pairing:
Artisan Semi-Cured Manchego Cheese PDO is perfect to enjoy on its own or accompanied by a selection of Made in Spain products. Its smooth, balanced flavor, with a pleasant dairy finish, pairs beautifully with a variety of Spanish delicacies that enhance its flavor and texture.
Recommended pairings:
Extra Virgin Olive Oil from the region
A good extra virgin olive oil, such as Aceite de Oliva de la DOP Oro La Senda, adds a fruity, slightly bitter touch that brings out the dairy notes of the cheese, creating an exquisite fusion of flavors.
Artisan jams
Tomato jam or fig jam, both traditionally made with fruit from the region, add a subtle sweetness that contrasts perfectly with the creamy, lightly salted texture of Semi-Cured Manchego Cheese.
Acorn-fed Iberian ham
The fat of acorn-fed Iberian ham, with its deep umami flavor, pairs perfectly with the smoothness of the cheese, creating a blend of intense flavors that complement each other beautifully.
Breadsticks
Traditional picos breadsticks or pan de cristal, typical of the region, offer the perfect crunchy texture to accompany the cheese, allowing the flavors to unfold with every bite.
Nuts such as almonds or walnuts
Almonds or walnuts, such as those from Les Garrigues, provide a crunchy contrast and sweetness that pairs ideally with the cheese’s creamy texture.
This Artisan Semi-Cured Manchego Cheese PDO is a journey of flavors that becomes even richer when paired with the finest Made in Spain products. Each combination enhances the authentic taste of La Mancha, creating gastronomic experiences that celebrate the best of Spanish tradition.