Tunworth
A hand ladled, soft and creamy cows milk cheese from Hampshire with a distinct nutty, mushroomy flavour.
Key Facts
- CountryEngland
- RegionHampshire
- FlavourNutty and mushroomy
- Type of MilkCow
- PasteurisationPasteurised
- Vegetarian RennetNo
- OrganicNo
- Weight250 g
- Weight TypeNet
Store & Serve
Individual cheeses will carry their own Best Before/Use By Date, we endeavour to give a minimum of 7 days from the date the order is despatched
- StorageKeep refrigerated.
- Instructions for useServe at room temperature.
- Recommended DrinkChardonnay
Nutrition
- IngredientsCows' Milk, Salt, Rennet, Dairy Cultures (Milk)
- AllergensMilk
Nutritional Information
- Typical Valuesper 100g
- Energy kJ1301
- Energy kcal314
- Fat26.2
- Of which saturates18.12
- Carbohydrates3.3
- Of which sugars0.1
- Protein16.3
- Salt1.38
Paxton & Whitfield Ltd, 93 Jermyn Street, London SW1Y 6JE
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A must-have on any British Cheeseboard
Tunworth is one of the best British soft cheeses in production and has won dozens of awards to prove it, twice winning Supreme Champion at the British Cheese Awards. Its rind is bloomy and thin with a very subtle bite. The paste is dense and fatty, and oozes without running away on the board. Tunworth has a standout aroma, instantly recognisable by its mushroomy, sometimes cabbagey smell. The cheese is best when it has a strong aroma without a hint of ammonia; it should give to the touch but not be squishy. Its flavour profile is vegetal with almost truffly notes, sometimes with a hint of roasted nuts.
Tunworth is most comparable to a Camembert de Normandie, and certainly in size, shape and packaging it is very similar. However, this superb Hampshire cheese has transcended the comparison on all other fronts as its flavour and aroma are so memorable and delicious.
Tunworth cheeses are transported in Poplar boxes and these can be used to bake the cheese. Baked Tunworth is now a staple at many gastronomic establishments and it is very easy to bake at home.
If you're looking for a drinks pairing, the slightly funky and sweet appley flavours of a farmhouse cider pair brilliantly with Tunworth's strong garlicy aromas. Delicious with Paxton & Whitfield Spiced Plum Chutney (particularly at Christmas), and eaten with Paxton & Whitfield Cornish Buttermilk Biscuits.
Described by Raymond Blanc as "The best Camembert in the world". Tunworth is a must-have on any British cheeseboard.
2018 Great British Cheese Awards – Best Soft Cheese
2018 World Cheese Awards – 2 Gold Medals
2017 Great British Cheese Awards – Best Soft Cheese
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