Alicante cheese

Alicante cheese

Origin

• Produced in the Alto Vinalopó area of the province of Alicante in the autonomous community of Comunidad Valenciana. The area is characterised by a steep and rocky terrain, with prevalence of undergrowth and crops such as wild carob, almond and olive trees. It is an ideal spot for rearing heards of goats

Cheese group

• Fresh

Milk type

• Goats' milk

Aroma and taste

• The cheese tastes sweet, slightly salty, chewy and fragrant .

Strength and texture

• Soft, compact and slightly moist texture without holes

Shape, weight and size

• Cylinders, weighing about 500g

Description

The cheese is white and the exterior is distinguished by marks of wooden planks and esparto grass

Serving suggestions

Serve with fruit, honey or membrillo

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