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Dutch Cheese Five-Year Aged Gouda

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Dutch Cheese Five-Year Aged Gouda

Five-Year Aged Gouda

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Type of Milk :

Cow.

Origin:

Gouda, or "How-da" as the locals say, orginates from Holland.

Rind:

The natural rind formed during the five years of aging is inedible

Flavor:

A caramelized flavor that is intensely sweet and sharp

Pairings:

Gouda that has been aged for five years is so rich and full-flavored that it is a cheese best eaten without crackers, nuts, fruit or salami. Simply serve it alone, paired with a smooth fruit-forward red wine or Porter.

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