{"product_id":"cloth-ashed-cheddar-by-maffra-cheese-co","title":"Cloth-Ashed Cheddar by Maffra Cheese Co.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis cheese brings a taste of Gippsland’s pastures and a whisper of old-world cheesemaking to your plate.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWrapped in cloth, the Maffra Cloth-Ashed Cheddar carries the quiet confidence that comes with time. From the pastures of their own Holstein-Friesian herd, this wheel is born in the methodical rhythm of hand-milling, pressing, and salting. The cloth wrapping and natural vegetable ash act not only to regulate moisture \u0026amp; maturation, but to nurture a delicate, thin rind that allows the flavour to develop with age. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAging for 15 to 24 months in a temperature-controlled cellar, the result is both firm and crumbly — a texture that crackles with depth. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFirst impressions are sweet, with grassy, fruity flavours; over time those give way to richer, more savory and earthy notes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairing Suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTry it with a medium-bodied red (think Pinot Noir or Grenache) or a crisp Chardonnay. Fortified wines also work well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe alongside fruit pastes, roasted nuts, dried figs or seasonal fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlice thick on a cheese board, or shave thin over winter soups and root-veg gratins\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh Cow’s Milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRennet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Serving Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store Maffra Cloth Aged Cheddar in the refrigerator, wrapped in cheese paper or wax. For the best flavour, bring to room temperature before serving. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maffra Cheese Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51444457242855,"sku":"MAF-CAC150","price":19.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/5588\/2215\/files\/MaffraCheddar2.webp?v=1776656943","url":"https:\/\/cheesetherapy.com.au\/products\/cloth-ashed-cheddar-by-maffra-cheese-co","provider":"Cheese Therapy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}