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Huntsman
Double Gloucester with Blue Stilton
Great Britain

Huntsman is the combination of two British classics—Double Gloucester and Blue Stilton—brought together through a layering process. Creamy, flavorful Stilton is sandwiched between and exterior of mellow, satiny Double Gloucester. It makes a perfect center-piece for a cheeseboard or enjoy with this recipe for a Huntsman burger>

WINE & CRAFT BEER PAIRINGS:
Try with a  Tawny Port for nutty complexity, or a Ruby Port for fruit-forward contrast.For beer, keep it simple, pair with a pint of a good, strong Ale.

WINESTYLES: Mellow, Bold or Nectar
BEERSTYLES: Malty & Sweet or Fruity

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Rutland Red
Red Leicester
Great Britain

Made using a traditional recipe, Rutland Red is buttered, clothbound and matured for six months to produce a flaky, open texture cheese with a slightly sweet, caramelized flavor and rich golden-orange color. It is the the only pasteurized Red Leicester produced in the county of Leicestershire and is a farm favorite at Long Clawson Dairy. It is an award winning cheese, winning three golds at the Global Cheese Awards and four golds and the Tesco Red Leicester Trophy at the International Cheese Awards. Enjoy the Rutland Red with this recipe for Roasted Veg Filo Tarts>

WINE & CRAFT BEER PAIRINGS:
Pair with a Chardonnay to highlight the cheese’s creamy texture and nutty flavors, or a British Pale Ale to complement its mild, savory notes with a touch of hoppy bitterness.

WINESTYLES: Crisp or Rich
BEERSTYLES: Hoppy

ABOUT LONG CLAWSON DAIRY:
​Long Clawson Dairy, established in 1911 in the village of Long Clawson, Leicestershire, is a renowned British cheesemaker celebrated for its traditional methods and commitment to quality. Operating as a farmer-owned cooperative, the dairy sources milk from over 40 local farms—many of whom are descendants of the original 12—ensuring sustainability and community support. Learn more here.

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Match Made in Heaven!

If you enjoy pairing cheese with wine, this is your club! Each month you’ll discover specialty and artisan cheeses to pair with your Wine Club. Monthly cheese selections are chosen by your local WineStyles participating location. It’s the perfect opportunity to Taste, Learn and Enjoy® amazing artisan cheese every month! Only $19.99/month and your wine won’t be lonely! Click to learn more >

April Cheese Club: Iowa

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Montgomery Cheddar
Somerset, England

Montgomery Cheddar is rich and nutty, reminiscent of brown butter. Its caramelized flavor is described as being similar to the enzymatic browning one finds on roasted meat. It is all softened by a fruity apple-like sweetness. More mature wheels display delightfully crunchy, crystalized bits of tyrosine and a more pronounced sweetness.

Montgomery Cheddar cheese has been made by Jamie Montgomery’s family for over 70 years. Although the term “cheddar” was never protected by his ancestors, a PDO has been established under the name, “West Country Farmhouse” to protect the tradition and a select number of other cheddars in Southwest England. Additionally, Slow Food has partnered with Montgomery, George Keen (Keen’s), and Richard Calver (Westcombe) through the Cheddar Presidium to further preserve this tradition.

WINE & CRAFT BEER PAIRINGS:
For wine, pair with a New World oaky Chardonnay, a fruity Cabernet Sauvignon (watch the tannins, though), or a tawny port. For beer, try with a dry English cider, hoppy IPA or Malty Belgians.

WINESTYLES: Crisp or Fruity wines
BEERSTYLES: Fruity, Hoppy or Malty beers

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Ploughman’s Choice
Great Britain

English Red Leicester is blended with caramelized onions that have been cooked in balsamic vinegar to make Ploughman’s Choice. The result is a sweet, creamy cheese with just a hint of onions and balsamic.

WINE & CRAFT BEER PAIRINGS:
For wine, try this cheese with a medium-bodied white wine such as a dry Chenin Blanc or a Sauvignon Blanc, or a light red such as a Pinot Noir or Beaujolais. For beer, this cheese will pair beautifully with an Amber or Brown Ale.

WINESTYLES: Crisp or Mellow
BEERSTYLES: Fruity & Spicy or Dark & Roasty beers

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Join our Cheese Club and bring home a match made in heaven!Match Made in Heaven!

If you enjoy pairing cheese with wine, this is your club!  Each month you’ll discover specialty and artisan cheeses to pair with your Wine Club. Monthly cheese selections are chosen by your local WineStyles participating location. It’s the perfect opportunity to Taste, Learn and Enjoy® amazing artisan cheese every month! Only $19.99/month and your wine won’t be lonely!  Click to learn more >