Casa Mayor Manchego Cheese Gran Reserva PDO 18 Months

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Description

Experience the pinnacle of Spanish cheesemaking with Casa Mayor Manchego Cheese Gran Reserva PDO aged for 18 months. Crafted exclusively in the La Mancha region from 100% pure Manchega sheep’s milk, this extra-aged raw-milk cheese achieves a firm, crumbly texture and a deep, complex flavor profile marked by notes of toasted nuts, warm butter, and a lingering piquant finish. Encased in its iconic herringbone rind and stamped with protected designation of origin (PDO) certification, this 8oz wedge represents the gold standard of Spanish gastronomy for cheese connoisseurs.

Heritage & Quality: Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) certified from La Mancha, Spain; aged for 18 months to achieve Gran Reserva distinction.
Flavor & Texture: Firm, crystalline, and crumbly with intense savory depth, nutty aromas, and a long, rich finish.
Versatile Culinary Pairings: Pairs impeccably with Spanish quince paste (membrillo), Marcona almonds, cured Jamón Ibérico, crusty artisan bread, and full-bodied red wines like Rioja or Ribera del Duero. This complex, full-flavored Manchego, is enhanced by national wines like crianzas from Rioja, Cabernet from Penedés and Somontano, and red wines from Madrid.
Dietary & Allergen Information: Gluten-Free. Contains Dairy (100% sheep’s milk). Naturally low in lactose due to extended 18-month aging.

Product Details

Product Type: Aged Hard Cheese (100% Manchego Sheep's Milk)
Origin: Spain (La Mancha PDO)
Aging: 18 Months (Gran Reserva)
Milk Type: Pure Sheep's Milk
Dietary Profiles: Naturally Gluten-Free
Packaging: Vacuum-sealed 8oz wedge to preserve freshness and aromatic integrity

FAQ

Whats is DPO/DOP?

Protected designation of origin (PDO), or DOP in Spanish identifies products that are produced, processed and prepared in a specific geographical area, using the recognized know-how of local producers and ingredients from the region concerned.

What makes Casa Mayor Manchego Cheese Gran Reserva PDO special?

It is authentically produced in La Mancha, Spain, using 100% Manchega sheep’s milk and aged for 18 months under strict PDO regulations to develop a complex, nutty flavor and crystalline texture.

Is 18-month aged Manchego cheese low in lactose?

Yes, because it is aged for 18 months, most of the lactose naturally breaks down during fermentation, making Gran Reserva Manchego very low in lactose compared to younger cheeses.

What wine pairs best with 18-month Gran Reserva Manchego cheese?

It pairs exceptionally well with crianzas from Rioja, Cabernet from Penedés and Somontano, and red wines from Madrid.

Label info

Ingredients: 100% Pasteurized Manchega Sheep's Milk, salt, rennet, cheese cultures, calcium Chloride, Ntamycin and Potassium sorbate applied to the non-edible rind. Rind colorings: caramel.

Use & Care

Keep refrigerated between 35°F–40°F (2°C–4°C). Wrap tightly in a storage bag after opening to allow the cheese to breathe while preserving moisture.

Shipping Information

This product is perishable and requires fast shipping to ensure it arrives in perfect condition.

Please note: To avoid weekend transit, orders placed after 11AM PT / 2PM ET on Tuesday with 2-Day shipping, will ship on Monday of the following week. We do not deliver perisables to PO Boxes.

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