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Cheese, Portugal
Serpa, a raw sheep's milk cheese from the Alentejo region of Portugal, is considered to be the most famous traditional cheese from this region. Made only from milk taken from Merino sheep, this cheese has a straw-yellow colored rind covering a buttery interior with few holes. Aged for at least six months, its rind is rubbed with olive oil throughout curing. Serpa is slightly sweet in flavor with hints of local herbs and grasses. It is wrapped in a white linen cloth for support, which gives it a decorative artisan appearance. Serpa is typically served before a meal, sliced thinly.
- Made from unpasteurized sheep's milk.
- Photo depicts whole 2 lb. form of cheese.
- We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
- Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
Very good
By Dory92064 from San Diego on 7/28/2007
Pros:
Durable, Good Value, High Quality
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments about Serpa:
Sharp,dry cheese. Similiar to good quality Italian Pecornia Romano cheese.