Extra Mature Wensleydale

What is Extra Mature Wensleydale Cheese?

Wensleydale, originally made in Wensleydale, North Yorkshire, England, is now predominantly produced in numerous creameries across the United Kingdom. The designation "Yorkshire Wensleydale" is reserved for cheese made in Wensleydale.

Yorkshire Wensleydale, a hard cheese, is created at the Wensleydale Creamery in Hawes, Yorkshire, England. Known for its creamy, crumbly texture and rich flavor, Yorkshire Wensleydale is handcrafted by skilled cheese-makers using locally sourced cow's milk from nearby farms. Adhering to a time-honored recipe, it stands as a classic British territorial cheese suitable for vegetarians. Notably, the cheese received a gold medal at the International Cheese and Dairy Awards in 2023.

Extra Mature Wensleydale is aged for around 9 months to produce a firm yet crumbly texture with a stronger and tangy flavor. The extra maturation intensifies the complexity of characteristics.