Product Reviews and Ratings - Spain - La Yerbera from igourmet

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(based on 4 ratings)

Located in:Cheese, Spain

In the southeast corner of the Iberian Peninsula lies the breathtaking land of Murcia. A former Moorish kingdom, it is hot and sunny with a rugged terrain (with the exception of the coast). Thanks to the irrigation systems built by the Moors and several fertile valleys, Murcia is known as “Huerta de Europa” (Market Garden of Europe). Large crops of citrus and other fruits, vegetables, almonds, olives, grains, and grapes are grown here.

Murcia is also known for its wonderful goat cheeses. La Yerbera takes advantage of two of its flavorful commodities and combines them to form a uniquely flavored cheese. La Yerbera is made from the milk of Murciano-Granadina goats near the stunning lagoon of Mar Menor on the Costa Calida. The cheese is aged for 25-45 days and the rind is coated in chopped almonds and extra virgin olive oil. The result is a compact cheese, creamy on the pallet, imparting the subtle flavor of almonds throughout the cheese. The lingering sharpness of a classic Murcian goat cheese makes this a winner on any cheese board.

Made from pasteurized goat's milk.
Photo depicts whole 3 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.

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Product Reviews Summary

Avg. Customer Rating:

4 stars

(based on 4 reviews)

75% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre(3)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(3)

Absolutely Delicious!

By Rick's Sister from Middle Tennessee on 11/25/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about La Yerbera:

A gift from my brother for Christmas, this has become a family favorite.

A lovely surprise.

By path from Delano, CA on 8/4/2007

Pros:

Delicate, 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 La Yerbera:

The combination of the firm cheese and almonds is perfect

Nutty, tangy, and quite excellent

By Christophine

from California on 7/14/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about La Yerbera:

While subtle, the chopped nuts on the rind impart an excellent flavor to the cheese, which also has the tanginess of goat cheese. The cheese is quite hard, so shaving off thin slices works much better than trying to slice off pieces. The flavor is quite full even with the thin shavings, enough that it is a presence even in sandwiches with strongly-flavored meats, mustards, and toppings.

Not as expected

By Larry

from PA on 6/6/2007

Pros:

None

Cons:

Bad Flavor, Bitter

Best Uses:

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about La Yerbera:

I can't recommend this cheese, I tried it several times to find a good combination but it failed miserably.

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