Ossau-Iraty
Ossau-Iraty
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Ossau-Iraty Pardou Arriou is a classic sheep's milk cheese made in the French Pyrénées in two neighboring provinces: the Ossau Valley in the Bearn, and the wooded hills of Iraty in the French Basque country. Ossau-Iraty is made with the milk of the Manech and Basco-Bearnaise ewes. While it complies with strict "Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée" (AOC) regulations, the shape of each wheel can vary from region to region. Ossau is aged for a minimum of ninety days; we age it further in the Artisanal Premium Cheese caves until its paste has turned a luscious ivory; its fragrance is reminiscent of toasted hazelnuts, and its taste encapsulates the sweet, buttery flavors that a great sheep's milk cheese can deliver. This cheese pairs nicely with many wines, especially Sauvignon Blancs, Madirans, or Merlots. Pairs well with cider.
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Country of Origin:
Pronunciation:
Milk Type:
Sheep milk
Texture:
Firm
CheeseClock® Quadrant:
Medium
Size:
Pairings:
Grenache / Garnacha, Cider
Please note: Because our cheeses are cut by hand exact weights may vary sligthly.
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