The Wine and Cheese Thread

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Check this one out.. Found it a Whole Foods today... Looks intriguing doesn't it? I have no idea what it tastes like, only that I love how it looks.. It's called Cahill's Porter Irish Cheddar.. Anyony familiar with this?

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I'll let you know how it is... I also got a really good Double Cream Brie, Fromager d'Affinois, Chaumes French cheese.. AND some Pate.. Fabrique Delice Country w/peppercorns (pork liver, not goose) A feast tonight with our favorite wine.. I have not tried any of these and look forward to it.
 
How was that cheese QuickSilver? Looks very interesting. Love most cheese except for Limburger. Nothing more satisfiying than a nice bottle of wine, assortment of cheese, some fruit and a loaf of French bread.
 
When they call it Porter, are they talking about ale or wine I wonder? It looks a bit dubious to me, but I'll bet it's delicious.
 
Haven't had it yet... Just finished dinner... I'll let you know tomorrow.. Here's what I have found out

[h=3]Cahill's Irish Porter Cheddar[/h]Marion Cahill made Irish Plain Porter Cheese from pasteurised cow's milk and Guinness-brewer Porter since 1759. It is blended to create a visually dramatic mosaic pattern which is the most attractive part of the cheese other than its flavour. Irish Porter is a vegetarian cheese as the curds and whey are separated with vegetable rennet.

The flavours of this brown waxed gourmet cheese are full, rich, tangy and chocolaty with a pungent finish. It goes perfect as the hors D’Oeuvre when sliced and served with salad. This cheese can also be served grilled. Pair Irish Porter with a chilled pint of Guinness stout or Irish porter.

  • Made from pasteurized cow's milk
  • Country of origin: Ireland
  • Region: Limerick
  • Family: Cheddar
  • Type: semi-hard, artisan
  • Texture: creamy and firm
  • Rind: waxed
  • Colour: brownish yellow
  • Flavour: full-flavored, tangy
  • Aroma: rich
  • Vegetarian: yes
  • Producers: Cahill's Farm Cheese
  • Synonyms: Cahill's Plain Porter Cheese
 


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