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(based on 6 ratings)

Located in: Cheese, Spain

Queso Ibores is made in Extremadura, which is the most rugged, least developed, and most economically distressed region in Spain. This raw goat's milk cheese reflects its homeland with its full, simple flavor. It is hard and dense and becomes sharper with age. During its two-month aging period, the rustic cheese is rubbed with a mixture of olive oil and sweet paprika. It is hard enough to shave over salads and hot dishes and delicious as a table cheese when served with fresh fruits and vegetables.

Made from unpasteurized goat's milk; aged for two months.
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.

More information for the Ibores

Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

3.8 stars

(based on 6 reviews)

80% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Complex(3), Firm(3), Flavorful(5), Nutty(3)

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre(4), Melted(3), Sandwiches(4)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(6)

Not what I expected

By Ceci

from Homestead, FL on 4/25/2009

Gift:

Pros:

Complex, Nutty

Cons:

Bad Flavor, Overripe, Salty

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Ibores:

The taste was too strong, I don't mind tasty cheese but this one had a strangeness I can't put my finger on.

Very Tangy

By Dara

from Ohio on 9/18/2008

Pros:

Complex, Flavorful

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie

Comments about Ibores:

Best at room temperature. If its too cold it is a very strong and not that pleasant tasting. Very tasty melted with potatoes.

IBORES

By MOM-Z

from COLUMBUS, IN on 8/17/2008

Pros:

CHEDDAR-LIKE, Firm, Flavorful, NON-GOATY

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Ibores:

USED AS A CHOICE ON A CHEESE TRAY

Great with a full-bodied red wine

By Jazzbo

from Orlando, FL on 8/11/2008

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Nutty, Sharp

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Ibores:

This cheese doesn't even need bread or crackers.

Excellent, interesting, surprising

By Endel Bendel from Spencer MA on 7/20/2008

Pros:

Complex, Firm, Flavorful, Nutty, Rich, Smooth, Surprising pungency

Cons:

Be ready for it

Best Uses:

Blend with other cheeses, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Focused experience, Foodie, Fromage-ophile, Health Conscious, Oenophile, Refined tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Ibores:

Cannot improve on prior review.
Initially startled by tangy sour undertaste, then sought it out just for same: belies mild-looking appearance. Red outer color - not a rind - says it all: think about what you are eating first.
This cheese emphasizes other milder flavors you pair it with. Very good with nuts and a chilled Madiera.
Nice by itself when you need to remember what you are living for.

Goaty-liscious

By el gran queson from glendale, az on 6/14/2008

Pros:

Flavorful, Pungent

Best Uses:

Sandwiches, Snacks, With Wine

Describe Yourself:

Cheese enthusiast, Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Ibores:

Most cabra extremena has a much denser, firmer texture (as described by seller). This one is quite silky and only medium-firm. Perhaps something with the shipping? Anyway, if you are yearning for a nip of unabashed goaty-goodness, this assertive specimen will not dissapoint! However, if you are shy about more rustic, robust cheeses, this might not be the one for you. Lovely counterpoint to thin slices of lomo, I might add.

Customer Reviews about the Ibores at igourmet