Spanish Fiesta
Get ready to savor the festive flavors of Spain! In this installment, you’ll discover a pairing inspired by the vibrant taste of Spanish cuisine.
In this installment
Zamorano Cheese
Chorizo Salami
Zamorano Cheese
If Manchego is the cheese of Spain, Zamorano may be its attractive cousin from the country.
Made from the raw milk of Churra and Castellano sheep, the cheese is typical of the types found in Spain, a small drum of a wheel that, if you didn’t know, you might mistake for a Manchego. We’ve secured a batch aged for at least six months, twice as long as most Zamorano on the market. The extra aging concentrates the flavors.
Fruity, flaky and distinctly nutty, Zamorano has a slight saltiness in the finish that leaves your lips smacking for more.
Chorizo Salami
Bill Miner and his team at Il Porcellino Salumi in Basalt, Colorado are cranking out downright delicious cured meats made from humanely raised heritage breed pork, including this chorizo. The Spanish-style salami gets its deep brick red color and sweetly smoky flavor from pimentón (Spanish paprika). There’s also a bit of garlic and oregano that complement the rich porkiness.
The chorizo is on the mild spice side, so it’s flavorfully spiced but not spicy-hot. It’s so delicious that just thinking about it makes my mouth water. Perfectly pairs with a glass of Garnacha and a wedge of Spanish cheese.
Note: the soft, patchy white mold on the outside is natural and perfectly safe. You can eat it or not, your choice!