Blu'61

Blu'61 is a blue-veined cheese that defies all expectations. This Italian cheese, made from pasteurized cow's milk, combines the bold character of blue mold with the surprisingly sweet, fruity notes of passito wine and candied cranberries. The result is a cheese that sits somewhere between a charcuterie and cheese board pick and a dessert, and shines in both roles.

The texture is soft and approachable, with blue veins that add just enough bite to keep the sweet fruitiness in balance. After around two months of aging, the cheese reaches exactly the point where all the flavors meld into a harmonious whole. The cranberry and passito wine give Blu'61 a flavor profile you won't find in any other blue-veined cheese, making it a real showstopper on any cheese board.

Wine pairings and serving

The sweet, fruity notes of Blu'61 call for a wine that complements them beautifully. Think:

• Moscato d'Asti or Prosecco for an Italian-inspired pairing
• A late-harvest Gewürztraminer to amplify the fruitiness
• A fruity rosé beer as an alternative to wine
• Port or a sweet Marsala for a true dessert experience

Serve Blu'61 at room temperature (take it out of the fridge at least 30 minutes before serving). That's when the creamy texture and fruity aromas really come into their own.

Pairing tips

On the cheese board, Blu'61 pairs beautifully with fresh figs, walnuts or a drizzle of honey. Place it next to our Roquefort for a classic contrast, or alongside the Geitenkaas Blauwader for a complete blue-veined trio. Also surprisingly good on a slice of dark bread with a few leaves of arugula.

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