A marvelous balance of sweet and pungent when young; slightly sharp and musty with a good foundation of sweetness when a bit older; big, bold finish.

Pairing: Port wines, Sherries, and Madeira; Sweet wines; red will pair nicely if the wine is tart and the cheese is young or if the wine is tannic and the cheese is earthy; Schlenkerla Fastenbier smoked beer.

Producer: Mindoro Blue Cheese

Type: Pasteurized cow’s milk

Aged: 2 months

Style: Blue

Rind: None

Flesh: Crumbly; white with blue veining, yellows with age

Weight: 6 oz. cup