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Old Winchester

HardCow MilkEngland, Hampshire

A firm, long-aged cheese from Lyburn Farm made by Mike and Judy Smales. Aged 16-20 months, developing crunchy protein crystals. Sometimes described as a cross between Gouda and Parmesan.

Aging Time

1.3 years – 1.6 years

Style: Hard
Milk: Cow
Origin: England · Hampshire
Ripening: ≥ 1.3 years

Tasting Board

Texture

Hard, dense, crystalline

Flavor

Sweet, nutty, Gouda-like with Parmesan notes

Nutrition (per 100g)

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