Point Reyes
| Fennel Blue is an artisanal American blue cheese from Point Reyes Station, Marin County, California, produced using pasteurized Holstein-Friesian cow's milk from a closed, organic herd. It features a semi-soft, fudgy texture with a natural rind and is flavored with fennel seeds, providing mild blue pungency and aromatic sweetness. Traditionally coagulated with animal rennet, it is transitioning to microbial rennet from 2026. Aged a minimum of 90 days under aerobic conditions, it contains about 50% moisture and 50-60% fat in dry matter. Fennel Blue pairs well with wines like Riesling and Pinot Noir, and beers like Brown Ales and Stouts. | |
| Country | United States |
| Milk | Cow |
| Rennet | Animal |
| Heat Treatment | Pasteurized |
| Texture Profile | Fudgy, Dense, Creamy |
| Flavor Profile | Umami, Earthy, Salted Caramel, Licorice, Anise |
| Wine Pairings | Riesling (Off-dry), Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay (Oaked), Pinot Noir, Vintage Port |
| Beer Pairings: | Malty Brown Ales, Stouts, Porters, Crisp Pilsners, Barrel-Aged Scotch Ales |
| Food Pairings: | Lamb Burgers, Steak, Castelvetrano Olives, Cured Meats, Bitter Greens, Apples, Pecans, Poached Pears, Grilled Peaches, Dark Chocolate, Gin Martini |
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