Uplands Farm
| Pleasant Ridge Reserve is a raw cow’s milk, hard, Alpine-style cheese produced seasonally (May–October) on a farmstead in Wisconsin's Driftless Region, known for its unique limestone-rich terroir. Made from a Holstein-Jersey-Brown Swiss crossbred herd on rotational pasture grazing, it uses traditional animal rennet and is aged 9 to 24+ months. The cheese features a washed rind with native microbiota, a firm yet fudgy texture, and flavor notes evolving from fruity (pineapple, mango) to savory and nutty with age. It is celebrated for its complexity, seasonal variation, and traditional craftsmanship rooted in Alpine cheesemaking. | |
| Country | United States |
| Milk | Cow |
| Rennet | Traditional Animal |
| Heat Treatment | Raw |
| Texture Profile | Firm, Fudgy, and Crystalline |
| Flavor Profile | Sweet, Savory, Fruity |
| Wine Pairings | Oaked Chardonnay, Dry Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Vin Jaune, Syrah, Pinot Noir |
| Beer Pairings: | Belgian Witbier, Saison, Doppelbock, Brown Ale, Red IPA |
| Food Pairings: | Black Currant Jam, Apricot Preserves, Strawberry Rhubarb Compote, Coppa, Speck, Prosciutto, Caramelized Onion Soup, Savory Scones, Polenta, Grilled Asparagus, Salt-Boiled Potatoes, Cornichons |
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