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Cheese ClubShopshire BlueShopshire Blue Blue Cheese Leicestershire, UK

Made of pasteurized cow’s milk, this semi-firm blue cheese is described as a cross between Stilton and Cheshire. Within 10-12 weeks, it forms an orange-brown, natural rind and smooth texture. It has a sharp, strong flavor and a bit of a tangy aroma, with a fat content of 48%. This cheese is vegetarian friendly and has won many medals including silver at the 2014 World Cheese Awards. WINE & CRAFT BEER PAIRINGS: For wine, pair with a Port Noir or a Riesling. For beer, pair with any of our stouts or ales featured in our September Beer Club. WINESTYLES: Silky or Mellow BEERSTYLES: Malty & Sweet or Fruity & Spicy

Red Dragon cheeseRed Dragon Cheese Cheddar Wales, UK

Made from pasteurized cow’s milk, this smooth, firm, tasty cheddar is made with Welsh brown ale and mustard seeds making it a buttery and spicy cheese with plenty of bite, but without being too hot. The mustard seeds give the cheddar marvelous flavor and texture, while the brown ale makes the cheese moist and tangy. This vegetarian cheese is aged for three months. Serve as a table cheese or melted on toast. WINE & CRAFT BEER PAIRINGS: Pair with a Shiraz or a Sauvignon Blanc blend, such as our September Wine Club Selection. For beer, pair with a dark ale, such as those featured in our September Beer Club. WINESTYLES: Silky or Bold BEERSTYLES: Malty or Fruity & Spicy Information © cheese.com and igourmet.com – All Rights Reserved.

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