Queso de Valdeon IGP

Queso de Valdeón PGI: A Bold Blue Cheese with a Rich, Spicy Kick!
Discover the robust, full-bodied flavour of Valdeón, a blue cheese made in the heart of the Picos de Europa mountains. This exceptional cheese, crafted from a blend of cow’s, goat’s, and sometimes ewe’s milk, boasts a complex, earthy profile with a piquant, slightly spicy tang and a luxurious, buttery texture. Aged for 1.5 to 2 months, its greenish-blue veins and creamy ivory paste make it both visually striking and irresistibly delicious.

Valdeón delivers an intense flavour experience—expect a blend of lactic tang, bold saltiness, and a hint of spicy warmth. Its rich, caramelized aroma adds depth, while the smooth, buttery paste melts beautifully on the palate.

Hailing from the remote Valdeón Valley, this cheese is ripened in natural caves under the perfect conditions: cool temperatures, high humidity, and local microflora. These unique elements, combined with the region's rugged, mountainous terrain, give Valdeón its distinct and unforgettable flavor.

Perfect for cheeseboards, spreading on crusty bread, or adding a punch to any dish, even a small portion of Valdeón packs a serious flavor punch.

Country of origin: Spain
Region, town: Valdeón Valley, Picos de Europa Mountains
Source of milk: Cow’s, goat’s milk (sometimes with the addition of ewe’s milk)
Texture: Firm, smooth, with a creamy and buttery melt
Flavour: Robust, earthy, piquant, with lactic tang, caramelised aroma, and a subtle spicy heat
Aging time: Minimum 1 and a half months

Serving suggestion: Enjoy on cheeseboards, spread on crusty bread, crumbled into salads, or melted into sauces for a rich, savoury punch

Wine Pairing: Opt for sweet wines to balance the spicy, saltiness of the blue - Sauternes, Port or Pedro Ximénez Sherry, a sweet liqueur, for instance Poire Williams, Noix Liquer or even a variety of white wines; Riesling (off-dry), Gewürztraminer or Chenin Blanc (semi-sweet).

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