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Tarwin Blue

Cheese Atlas — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 03:24:32 +0000

Champion blue cheese in 2018

Tarwin Blue is a blue cheese made by Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese in Fish Creek, Victoria.

The story of Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese begins in 2007 when Barry and Cheryl established the artisan cheese company.

Three decades of experience as a cheesemaker coupled with a strong connection to the land in Berrys Creek and the local South Gippsland community have inspired the team to push all boundaries in their search for perfection.

State-of-the-art facilities

Expanding on their initial cheese range made from cow’s milk, they now also make cheese from non-bovine milk like buffalo and sheep, with a focus on blue cheeses.

With the increase in demand and widespread acclaim that came with each new cheese launch, Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese soon outgrew its original premises and moved into new state-of-the-art facilities in Fish Creek in 2015.

Made from pasteurised Jersey Cow milk, the Tarwin Blue draws its name from the nearby Tarwin River. This well-balanced blue has a soft and creamy straw-coloured pâte with striations of blue-green mould. It has a robust earthy aroma and flavour that lingers long on the palate.

The flagship blue won Champion Blue Cheese at the Australian Grand Dairy Awards in 2018

How to pair Tarwin Blue

Enjoy with a local Pinot Gris and some dark chocolate.

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Oak Blue

Cheese Atlas — Sat, 06 Jun 2020 10:56:18 +0000

The jewel in the crown

Oak Blue is an award-winning blue cheese made by Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese in Fish Creek, South Gippsland.

The story of Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese begins in 2007 when Barry and Cheryl established the artisan cheese company.

Blue cheese specialist

Undoubtedly, Barry specialises in making and maturing blue cheeses. Overall, their current line-up includes the buffalo milk, Riverine Blue, and the award-winning Tarwin Blue.

Inspired by Gorgonzola, Oak Blue is one of the more recent additions to their range. In fact, Barry uses fresh local cow’s milk to make 5 kg wheels of this celebrated blue.

Afterwards, he matures the wheels for up to 3 months. During this time, the cheese develops a gorgeous light orange natural sticky rind. On the inside, its pâte is light yellow and is heavily veined.

Be prepared for an assault on the senses! The sharp aroma is dominated by blue mould and the flavour palette oscillates between savoury and spicy. The mouthfeel is creamy and quite luscious.

How to pair Oak Blue

Serve with something sweet like muscatels and honey and wash it all down with a hearty Stout.

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Riverine Blue: Gippsland’s Buffalo Blue Cheese

Cheese Atlas — Sat, 23 May 2020 01:27:17 +0000

Plate of Riverine Blue – Cheese Atlas

Made in South Gippsland

Riverine Blue is a blue cheese handmade in South Gippsland by Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese. Actually, its name comes from the herd of Riverine buffaloes whose milk is used to make the cheese.

Berrys Creek Cheese was established in 2007 by Barry Charlton and his partner Cheryl. At their cheesemaking facility in Fish Creek, they hand make some of Australia’s best artisanal cheeses using buffalo’s and cow’s milk.

Suitable for vegetarians

Moreover, all of their cheeses are also suitable for vegetarians because they use vegetarian rennet to curdle the milk. Their range includes a selection of blue cheeses with some soft cheeses.

Their signature cheese, the Riverine Blue is matured for a minimum of 2 months. At this point, it develops a slightly crumbly texture but still has a buttery mouthfeel.

This is a blue cheese that will delight avid blue cheese fans and hesitant novices alike. Despite its aggressive blue-green striations, it still has a delicate savoury flavour with a lingering lactic sweetness.

How to pair Riverine Blue

Enjoy with a smoky Scotch Whisky or a barrel aged Gin.

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