5 Year White Aged Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Discover the rewarding flavor of patience with Renard's Artisan 5 Year White Aged Sharp Cheddar. This cheese is a beautiful milestone in the aging process, representing our family's dedication to developing deep, satisfying character through time. It’s the perfect selection for elevating your everyday meals or for savoring a quiet moment of pure enjoyment.
We carefully choose our finest white cheddar for a five-year maturation period in our cellars. This extended rest allows the cheese to develop a wonderful complexity and a distinct personality that is both approachable and refined. It’s a heartfelt expression of our belief that good things take time and a tribute to the craft we’ve perfected over generations.
Sharp and Nuanced: Experience a delightfully firm texture that gives way to a creamy mouthfeel, with the first signs of the pleasant crystalline structure found in aged cheeses. The flavor is bright and sharp, beautifully balanced with rich, savory notes and a subtle, nutty finish. It is a wonderfully nuanced taste that showcases the art of expert aging.
A Refined Taste: This cheese’s impressive character makes it a standout on any cheese board. It is delicious when served on its own to appreciate its developed flavor, or paired with crisp apples, walnuts, and a glass of Chardonnay or a hoppy IPA. Grate it into your favorite recipes to add a remarkable layer of rich, savory depth.
At Renard's Artisan Cheese, we believe in honoring the process and taking the time to create something truly special. Our 5 Year White Aged Sharp Cheddar is made in that spirit, offering a piece of our heritage to enrich your own culinary experiences.
Bring home the wonderfully developed flavor of Renard's 5 Year White Sharp Cheddar. Treat your loved ones to this delightful creation and savor the simple pleasure of a snack perfected by patience.
Pairings and Complementary Flavors
Cocktails: Whiskey or single malt scotch offers depth that highlights the complexity of the cheese. Apple martinis or cider would pair magnificently with this cheese’s rich and creamy profile. The oaky or fruity flavors of these beverages mingle well with the tangy notes of aged cheddar.
Wine: Chardonnay, Riesling, Prosecco, and Sauvignon Blanc offer rich buttery, floral, refreshing, and herbaceous notes. These wines create a harmonious balance with our 5-Year White Cheddar. With its lighter body, good acidity, and red fruit flavors, Pinot Noir can blend with the notes of aged cheddar without overwhelming it.
Beer: Belgian or Amber ale, IPA, and Stout. These beers feature bold, hoppy flavors, balanced bitterness, medium carbonation, and malt-forward profiles. They are highlighted with undertones of citrus, chocolate, and caramel. These beers enhance aged cheddar’s deep, nutty flavors, making for a delightful pairing.
Accompaniments: Fruits such as Bartlett or Bosc pears, Granny Smith apples, red grapes, or apricots add a natural sweetness and refreshing acidity, providing a pleasant contrast. Fig preserves, or honey offer a subtle sweet flavor to complement the complexity of the cheese. Cured meats, pickles, or olives add depth to highlight the bold, tangy taste of 5-Year White Sharp Cheddar.
Nuts: Walnuts, pecans, almonds, and pistachios provide a crunchy texture and bring a heightened nutty flavor to the palate.
Suggested uses:
Cheese board or cheese centerpiece.
Due to its long aging period, it is an excellent choice for adding a rich, savory element.
Elevates soups, sauces, dips, and gratins.
Gourmet grilled cheese, burgers, and sandwiches.
Savory tarts, baked goods, quiche, or gourmet omelets add flavor.
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