Reypenaer ca. 11kg

Reypenaer Cheese... A Mystery The mystery behind the exceptional flavor development during the aging of Reypenaer cheese is profound. It is a combination of multiple factors, with the most important likely being the microclimate that has been built over more than 110 years in the old cheese warehouse along the Oude Rijn in Woerden, originally built in 1906 to age Gouda cheeses from the Green Heart of the Netherlands. Nature Does Its Work Aging is a process of flavor and aroma development over time. By opening the shutters in the old warehouse, the cheesemakers allow the outside air to enter, and nature plays an important role. The natural variations in conditions during the aging period are crucial. The cheese continuously adapts to the changing circumstances. In warmer weather, the cheeses gradually warm up, which accelerates the aging, while in cooler weather, the process slows down. In humid conditions, the cheeses lose moisture less, and in drier conditions, they release more. This is how the cheeses and aging work together with nature. These natural variations create depth and complexity in the flavors and aromas. Ventilating the Cheese Warehouse The ventilation of the warehouse is still carried out by opening the shutters when the outside air has a positive impact on the conditions. Throughout the year, temperatures fluctuate, and the humidity in the air alternates between high and low. These variations in aging conditions naturally explain the complexity of the flavors and aromas. Aging Through All Seasons The cheeses experience all seasons and lose a lot of weight over time (they dry out), while the flavors and aromas intensify, and the texture changes. Reypenaer: The Result of Three Generations of Craftsmanship Reypenaer is the outcome of the dedication and craftsmanship of three generations of the Wijngaard family. Reypenaer Cheese Reypenaer cheeses have won several prestigious awards, including three "Supreme Champion" titles at the Nantwich International Cheese Show in the UK. Many top (Michelin-starred) restaurants use them. Thin Slices for the Best Flavor and Aroma Experience Thin slices offer the best experience of flavor and aroma. The Reypenaer Guillotin was specially developed for this purpose.