Manchego with Black Truffles – Spanish Sheep's Milk Cheese
Manchego with Black Truffles – Spanish Sheep's Milk Cheese
Milk: Sheep
Origin: Spain
Manchego with Black Truffles is a luxurious Spanish sheep's milk cheese that combines the nutty, buttery richness of traditional Manchego with the earthy, aromatic intensity of black truffles. Crafted using classic Manchego methods and infused with real truffle, this cheese delivers an elegant balance of sweet, savoury, and umami flavours.
Firm yet creamy, with visible flecks of truffle throughout the paste, it's a standout choice for charcuterie boards, wine pairings, or elevating simple dishes. The truffle aroma is pronounced but refined, enhancing rather than overpowering the sheep's milk character.
Pairs well with:
Ibérico ham, quince paste (membrillo), figs, honey, Spanish crackers (picos). Grate over pasta or risotto, shave onto roasted vegetables, or melt into gourmet grilled cheese. Pair with Tempranillo (Rioja), Garnacha, or crisp whites such as Chardonnay.
Nutrition & Ingredients (per 30g)
Nutrition:
- Calories: 125
- Fat: 10 g (Saturated 6 g)
- Carbohydrates: 0 g (Sugars 0 g)
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Calcium: 250 mg
Ingredients: Sheep's milk, salt, rennet, cheese cultures, black truffle (or black truffle preparation).