Brown Ale Cheese Board (2 Pound) by igourmet.com
Beer and cheese? The very idea is enough to make many a wine aficionado spill their prized Bordeaux. Yet historically the pairing has been a common one, particularly in Northern Europe. This enticing tradition is being resurrected here in the US, at microbreweries and dairies across the country. Some of the classic combinations are simply divine, whilst contemporary pairing of new world beers and cheeses is yielding exciting results.English and American Brown Ales share many characteristics, and both complement this selection of cheeses beautifully. These hand-crafted ales crave textured, robust and complex cheeses, and thats exactly what weve given them. Petes, Rogue, Sierra Nevada and Brooklyn Brewery all produce popular domestic Brown Ale, whilst from the other side of the pond Samuel Smiths and of course Newcastle are easily accessible. Appleby's Farmhouse Cheshire: Applebys Cheshire has a sweet, caramelly-ripe butter smell with notes of straw and a bright acidity perfect for a nice glass of Brown Ale. Agour Ossau-Iraty: A slightly dry texture gives way to a creamy, buttery quality in the mouth, and the flavors hint at both herbs and fruit, with slightly nutty undertones. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda: Beemster have created a true masterpiece in their 36 month old gouda, its brittle texture punctured with alternating hints of caramel, butterscotch, whiskey and pecans. Monte Veronese Vecchio: From Lessinia, it is aged approximately 12 months to create a sweet yet delicate rich, fruity, nutty flavor.This assortment includes one half-pound of each selection. (This gift includes a stunning and durable bamboo cheese board with matching knife. Board Dimensions: 11" 1/2 x 11" ½) Please note that any item temporarily out of stock will be substituted with a similar item of equal value
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Price: $69.99
Updated on 8-14-2008.
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