Pinnacle of Picos de Europa – Valdeón Blue Cheese
Embark on a gastronomic odyssey with Valdeón Blue Cheese, a culinary jewel hailing from the heart of the Picos de Europa, more specifically, the Valdeón Valley in Posada de Valdeón.
Family Legacy, Culinary Excellence
This extraordinary blue cheese is the offspring of a family-owned enterprise that traces its roots back to the 1970s, now thriving in its third generation. Nestled within the cradle of the Picos de Europa, Valdeón Cheese echoes tradition and quality, proudly sporting a Protected Geographical Indication that safeguards its essence.
Aroma Symphony
Valdeón cheese delights the senses with an aroma that commences as a gentle acidity or lactic note, gracefully intertwined with the unmistakable scent of mold. As time weaves its magic, lactic aromas fade into the background while the mold’s presence flourishes, accompanied by the emergence of captivating fruity nuances.
Flavor Expedition
Tantalize your taste buds with Valdeón’s distinctly salty, robust, and spicy flavor. As the cheese matures, its taste crescendos in intensity, inviting you to experience a powerful symphony of flavors.
Storage & Care
To unveil the full essence of Valdeón cheese, savor it at room temperature.
Guardian of Freshness
Preserve its excellence by storing the cheese within its vacuum pack in the refrigerator, basking in a consistent cold embrace.
Culinary Companionship
Valdeón cheese graces any plate with its exceptional presence. Spread it on slices of hearty loaf bread, creating a harmonious duo with a robust, full-bodied wine. Immerse yourself in the experience of our “Tosta of Sobrasada” at our Jamoneria Bar and Tasting Room, where spreadable chorizo, honey, and Valdeón blue cheese collide.
Kitchen Ingenuity
Valdeón cheese finds its place in the kitchen as well, a versatile ingredient perfect for crafting various blue cheese sauce variations.
Crafted Harmony
Cultured from pasteurized cow and goat milk, Valdeón cheese boasts a composition of cheese cultures, a stabilizer (calcium chloride), rennet, and salt.
Indulge in the majesty of Valdeón Blue Cheese, an embodiment of Picos de Europa’s culinary legacy.
