Goot Essa Der Edel Bleu Cheese is a farmstead, Stilton-style blue cheese with a mild cheddar cheese base.  This gourmet quality, hand-made cheese came from a recipe developed by a group of Amish dairy farmers in Iowa. We hand inject each wheel with our proprietary mix of blue molds. This cheese is aged for eight months in a cave separate from our other cheeses in order to promote the mold growth. 
 
Der Edel Bleu Cheese is a full-flavored blue, ripe with blue mold and with rich cheddar undertones, but with a clean, smooth finish. The texture is creamy smooth, yet with a full mouth feel. The cheese is produced as 5 lb. wheels which are hand rotated weekly.
 
Pairing: This cheese is designed to be the star on your cheese plate or charcuterie board. Der Edel Bleu pairs well with Mellody Plant-based Golden Clover OR Hot Honey  or other sweet accompaniments like sun ripened plums, dates, or glazed walnuts. Der Edel Bleu cheese fits well with dessert white wines and a wide range of red wines from the youngest of Pinot Noir to the heartiest Cabernet Sauvignon or Malbec. It also pairs well with heartier brews such as stout, porter, and strong Belgian ale.
 
The milk for this cheese is produced on the Esh family farm located in the Nittany Valley of central Pennsylvania.  The Eshes are proud of both their farmstead and the care that they give each individual animal. A large emphasis is put on cow comfort and providing a natural environment for the cows.
 
Milk: Raw Cow's Milk
Rennet: Animal
Age: 8 months
Origin: Pennsylvania