Zamorano
Zamora province sheep cheese with more intense flavor than Manchego. Traditional production by shepherds.
Aging Time
3 months – 1 year
Typical Weight
3.5 kg
- Style
- Hard
- Milk
- Sheep
- Origin
- Spain · Zamora
- Ripening
- ≥ 3 months
Tasting Board
Texture
Firm, compact, slightly brittle
Flavor
Intense, nutty, buttery, piquant
Aroma
Strong, ovine, persistent
History & Origins
Ancient tradition of shepherds in Zamora province. Historical records from medieval times.
Cultural Significance
Pride of Zamora province. Traditional shepherd cheese of Castilla y León.
PDO — What the Designation Requires
EU PDO since 1993. Made exclusively from Churra and Castellana sheep milk in Zamora province. Minimum aging: 100 days. Similar to Manchego but more intense.
Pairing & Serving
What to Pair It With
Pairs with quince paste, figs, walnuts, crusty bread, olives.
How to Serve It
Table cheese, grating cheese for intense flavor.
Nutrition (per 100g)
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