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This unique cheese is inspired by nature and the dairy traditions of Central Switzerland. It’s made by Silvio Schöpfer at Kleinstein mountain dairy, located in the Entlebuch, at the edge of the UNESCO Biosphere and is named after the small yellow alpine flowers which grow in the pastures throughout this region that the dairy cows graze on – Swiss Rockflowers (Primula auricula). Inspired by the recipes and techniques of ancient farmers and shepherds in this region, Silvio, his father Albert and their team reproduce a traditional style of mountain cheese in Rockflower. Smear-ripened and matured for just over a year in mountain cellars, Rockflower is a treat for the senses with a relatively bold, but balanced flavour with a pronounced spicy character and complex notes of cooked cream, umami and pine nuts. Subtly, whispers of fresh milk and alpine flowers hum in the background.
Enjoy Rockflower on cheese boards accompanied by fruit and nut crackers, honeyed walnuts and fig jam; or alongside cured meats on a grazing board. Pair with Chardonnay, Merlot Blends, Belgian style Lambic beer.
Region: Central Switzerland
Milk: Raw Cow
Rennet: Animal
Size: approx 250g wedge, cut to order
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