Product Reviews and Ratings - Spain - Manchego from igourmet

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(based on 27 ratings)

Located in:Cheese, Spain

Manchego is Spain's most famous cheese. Produced in La Mancha in Central Spain, true Manchego is made from 100% sheep's milk. Cheeses from Spain are commonly made from sheep's milk because most of the territory is rocky and dry; unfriendly to cows but suitable for raising goats and sheep. The abundance of wild herbs on Central Spain's grazing lands gives Manchego a special taste and aroma. Its flavor is zesty and exuberant ,while its texture is firm but not dry. Manchego can be recognized by the zigzag pattern etched into its rind. This is created by the rippled surface of the press used in the manufacture of the cheese. Underneath the inedible rind, the interior is ivory colored with few small holes. Taste Manchego for the first time and you will be surprised at how long the wonderful flavor lingers on your palate. It is an experience you will be drawn back to again and again.

Made from pasteurized sheep's milk.
Photo depicts whole 7 lb. form of cheese.
We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
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Product Reviews Summary

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.6 stars

(based on 27 reviews)

93% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Complex(3), Firm(17), Flavorful(20), Good value(4), High quality(4)

Best Uses:

After dinner(12), Hors d'oeuvre(17), Melted(4), Salads(7), Sandwiches(10)

Describe Yourself:

Chef(3), Foodie(16), Frequent diner(7), Health conscious(6), Simple tastes(4)

Better than Sam's Club

By Critter

from Wichita Ks on 1/3/2009

Gift:

Pros:

Flavorful, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

Sam's also sells Manchego cheese, but this cheese has much more flavor.

A simple non-offensive cheese

By John

from Logan, UT on 9/20/2008

Pros:

Firm

Cons:

Bland, Simple

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

I enjoy flavorful complex cheeses and was disappointed by this rather simple cheese.

One of my favorite cheeses

By elainey4

from Michigan on 8/24/2008

Pros:

Complex, Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

Great tasting cheese- great with fruit or crackers.

Exceptional

By none

from Rising Sun, MD on 8/13/2008

Pros:

Firm, Nutty, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

This cheese was exceptional. The taste was perfect. I was surpised it was Sheep's cheese. it's not the type of cheese you would melt. I broke off pieces & ate it plain, placed it on salads, w/fruit& cracker plate.

NEW CHEESE FOR ME

By Carolee

from Nevada City California on 8/13/2008

Pros:

Buttery, Complex, Flavorful, Nutty, Rich

Cons:

NO CONS

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Fabulous for a first, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

I had never trid this cheese before and I'm so happy that I did. I will order it many times again. Fabulous. What a treat. I have many soft favs, [...]. So, again, I'm happy!

Delicious!

By jim z.

from Mequon, WI (near Milwaukee) on 8/6/2008

Pros:

Flavorful

Best Uses:

Enjoy on its own

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

we ate this on its own and loved it

Manchego

By Terry

from Waynesville, NC on 8/1/2008

Pros:

Complex, Firm, Flavorful, Nutty, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

Favorite at the Tapas Bar and the cheese counter.

A "must try".

By Joe Buds

from Ocean City, MD on 4/12/2008

Pros:

Delicate, Firm, Flavorful

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

Served this item for the first time at a gathering as an appetizer along with other cheeses. It was the first one that my guests finished! Serve at room temperature for best taste. Once I tried it, I couldn,t stop eating it. Now a regular on my orders.

Well mannered

By Luis

from Columbia, SC on 1/31/2008

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful

Cons:

none at all

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, just eat it

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

A very well rounded Manchego, some reviews had it as too pungent but not so at all.

Nice wine cheese

By Chervase from Northern Maine on 1/11/2008

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful

Cons:

somewhat overpriced

Best Uses:

After Dinner

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

I liked it; tried several times and quality is somewhat inconsistent - i.gourmet outperformed a few other places i bought from.
Firm, not too dry/crumby, nutty flavor. Goes well with a red, medium body wine.

Ummmmmmm, delicious!

By Okayterr from Shelton, CT on 1/9/2008

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

My friend is a widow and many times, doesn't cook for just herself. She loves to "knosh". She is particularly fond of Manchego. Everytime I talk to her on the phone, she tells me how much she has left and how much she is enjoying it. I had a similar experience with this cheese a couple of years ago as part of a combination gift. My cousin's friends who travel to Spain often commented that they never had Manchego as good as yours except in Spain.

Amazing with fruit

By Anastasia

from Burien, WA on 12/21/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

This cheese is amazing with fruit, we tried fresh apples, fresh figs and fresh apricots with it. It also goes well on sandwiches with its rich flavor it adds a new dimension to turkey, roast beef or lamb on sourdough.

Good but a little too greasy

By Denise from Frederick, MD on 11/29/2007

Pros:

Firm

Cons:

Greasy

Best Uses:

Melted

Describe Yourself:

Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

I used it for grilling but found it to be a bit greasy and transluscent. Taste was slightly plain.

True manchego.

By Big Cheese

from Miami, Florida on 11/4/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

Rich and wonderful. I will keep buying this cheese over and over.

Sharp and Delicious

By Couscous from Sheffield, IL on 10/8/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Dessert Cheese Course, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Chef

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

Guests loved this one particularly with dried apricots and figs. It pairs well with red wine and other strong flavors.

Must Try!

By CRJ

from Charlotte, NC on 9/28/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

This cheese is wonderful melted for sandwiches, plain with crackers and also paired with sliced fruit.

manchego cheese discovery

By steph from san diego california on 9/17/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

Very good cheese but very expensive with the shipping costs.

"A mainstay for us"

By Deb from Sarasota, FL on 8/7/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Rich, Savory

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

We first had this cheese served with tomato and a balsamic drizzle in a resturaunt. We love to enjoy it with just a loaf of good italian bread and a bottle of red wine.

I will buy this again

By Koop from American Falls, ID on 7/11/2007

Pros:

Delicate, Firm, Flavorful

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

This cheese is very good and I was glad I bought it and will do so again

Wonderful Cheese

By Teri

from La Canada, CA on 7/10/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Sandwiches, With fruit, With Wine

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

I absolutely love this cheese. And this one is much better than what I got at [...], which was dried out. I serve this as an hors d'oeuvre and my guests gobble it up!

Manchego, Honey, and Wine

By ccornel from Woodcreek, Tx. on 6/20/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Cons:

Yeasty

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

Serve small triangular pieces on side of shallow bowl with honey in center. Dip cheese in honey. Great with wine.

Great cheese!

By Linda from Saginaw, MI on 3/26/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hor d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

Goes well with sweet and salty flavors.

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Great cheese!

By Spanishtime from Hesperia, California on 3/11/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hor d'oevre, Melted, Sandwiches

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

I bought Manchego from other retailers but this cheese was by far the freshest. I grew up eating this cheese and it tasted as good as I remembered. I shared it with my daughters and they didn't leave me with much.

Maybe my favorite cheese

By Concetta from San Antonio, TX on 2/27/2007

Pros:

Durable, Good Value, High Quality

Best Uses:

Omlettes, Salad topping, Sandwiches, Snack

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

A very sturdy and versatile cheese. Has replaced gruy?re in my kitchen.

Excellent Spanish cheese!

By KMK from Perkins, Oklahoma on 2/26/2007

Pros:

Durable, Good Value, High Quality

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

Met expectations.

Superb tasting cheese!

By Sharon

from Richmond,Texas ( Houston) on 2/23/2007

Pros:

Good Value, High Quality

Cons:

none

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

This cheese is one of the better ones that I have purchased. I originally intended only to purchase the Serrano Ham but then saw this product and glad I added to my cart. Fantastic tasting cheese. Very creamy and not overpowering in taste. I would buy again.

The Real Thing!!!

By Anne the Cheese Addict from Indianapolis, IN on 2/22/2007

Pros:

Good Value, High Quality

Best Uses:

You name it

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego:

I just keep coming back to Manchego. The flavor can't be beat. It's so great for snacking, I hate to use any up for cooking. This wonderful cheese bears NO resemblance to the pale shadow you can buy in some groceries. Buy it. Eat it.

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