Donegal Farmhouse Cheese
Situated in the picturesque parish of Kilcar, South West Donegal on the Wild Atlantic Way, Noreen and James set up Donegal Farmhouse Cheese in November, 2018. They have a small farm of cattle and sheep and their dream was to diversify their farm and add value in different ways.
Using traditional techniques, they produce a Semi Hard Cheese in the style of a cheddar from Milk produced locally.
Their ‘Kilard cheddar’ cheese is handmade and is produced annually from May-September when the cows are grazing the fresh summer grass on the Donegal shores as we want to use the best quality Donegal Milk.
For this reason, they believe their cheese has distinctive flavours reflecting all that is lovely and unique in the Donegal countryside.
Their ‘Kilard Cheddar’ cheese is Handmade from pasteurised cow’s milk and contains no artificial flavours, colours or preservatives and is also suitable for vegetarians.
Milk type: Cow
Style: Cheddar
Flavour: Mild and creamy with a subtle cheddar acidity in finish
Paste: Semi-firm pale yellow or orange paste, closed texture
Rind: Natural rind
Age: 6 - 18months
Format: 150g
Rennet: Vegetarian
Pairings: Cabernet Sauvignon
Season available: May - September
Made with raw milk: Yes