Kongwak

Kongwak is a raw milk farmhouse cheese from Prom Country Cheese in South Gippsland, made with certified organic cow's milk from their own Glen Moidart farm.

Matured for around six months, the cheese develops a full, savoury character before the addition of whole native pepper berries brings an unmistakably Australian twist. The pepper berries add bursts of spice and subtle floral notes through the rich, lingering paste, finishing with a distinctive peppery warmth.

It's a cheese with plenty of personality, but the spice doesn't dominate — the quality and complexity of the raw milk remain very much at the centre.

Country of origin: Australia
Region, town: Moyarra, South Gippsland, Victoria
Source of milk: Raw certified organic cow's milk
Texture: Semi-hard, firm and dense with a satisfying, lingering mouthfeel
Flavour: Rich and savoury with floral notes and bursts of native pepper berry, finishing with a gentle peppery spice
Aging time: Approximately 6 months

Serving suggestion: Bring to room temperature and serve with crusty bread, quince paste or a little honey. The native pepper also makes Kongwak a great addition to a savoury cheeseboard with charcuterie.

Wine Pairing: Shiraz, Pinot Noir or a medium-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon.

*All our cheeses are cut by hand so the weight may vary slightly :)