St. George

Joe and Mary Matos grew up on the lush volcanic island of Sao Jorge in the Portuguese Azores. It happens to be an island that is noted for its delicious cheeses, and lucky for us, when Joe and Mary relocated to Santa Rosa in the 1970s, they carried the recipe for their homeland's native cheese with them.

Putting their personal American spin on the original recipe, St. George -- named for the island -- is a full-flavored cow milk cheese with a cheddary depth and a rich texture.

Farm/Company:	Matos Cheese Factory
Cheesemaker:
Proprietor:
Affineur:	Joe & Mary Matos
City, State:	Santa Rosa, California
Region:	West
Country:	USA
Milk:	Heat treated Cow
Rennet:	Vegetarian
Rind:	Natural
Texture:	Semi-firm
Aging:	Up to 7 months
Size(s):	10-21 pound wheel

Wine Pairings: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sparkling

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