 | Beemster Master’s Choice Gouda
In the modern market, cheesemakers often try to come up with the “next big cheese” and crowd the shelves with trendy new items. Beemster does just the opposite with Master’s Choice; it goes back in time to create a “new” cheese out of an old recipe. Traditionally, Master’s Choice was a special yearly cheese. In the olden days, there was always a milk shortage in the winter when the cows gave birth. As responsible mothers, the cows gave their milk to their calves instead of to the hungry, cheese-deprived Dutchmen. The cheesemakers of Beemster found a way to enjoy their milky summer cheese all winter long. Through a special recipe, fine milk, and extra washing of curds, a cheese was crafted that would mature for a longer time. The result was a cheese with a broad profile. The flavors develop an aged Dutch character, but the cheese is softer and creamier on the palate due to the extra washing. After at least a year, the Master Cheesemaker, Pieter ter Beek selects the wheels that meet his standards, hence the name Master’s Choice.
Wine Pairing: Master’s Choice pairs well with Rioja, Pinot Noir, and Bordeaux.
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 | Monte Veronese
Skilled artisans hand craft Monte Veronese Latte Interno in Lessinia, the picturesque mountain area above Verona. Lessinia uniquely represents almost all the climactic zones existing in Italy. Monte Veronese is a typical Italian table cheese produced only with full-cream cow's milk. It is a semi-hard, semi-cooked, white or slightly straw-colored cheese with a scattering of tiny, diffused holes. Monte Veronese is aged approximately 60 days to create a sweet, yet delicate and pleasant flavor.
Wine Pairing: Perfect with Valpolicella
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 | Maple Blue
VOD Gourmet has partnered with one of Wisconsin's outstanding cheese manufacturers, Roth Käse, to age a fine Blue cheese with the deep, sweet flavor of Maple Syrup. If you've enjoyed VOD Gourmet founder Ulla Nylin's other Blues, Winey Blue and Whisky Blue, you're going to love Maple Blue. The sweetness of this blue makes it a great partner for crunchy Waldorf salad, boiled potatoes in an apple cider vinaigrette, or melted on a cocoa-rubbed steak. |
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