Vega Gourmet Rosemary Sheep's Milk Cheese, 220g Reviews

4.8 Rating 14 Reviews

Title: Vega Gourmet Rosemary Sheep's Milk Cheese Piece, 220g This cheese is made from pasteurised ewe's milk and aged for three months. The sheep graze in the wild herbs of the La Mancha uplands, giving the cheese its herbaceous flavour. The addition of a rosemary coating adds an herby tang. Produced by Vega Mancha, a small artisan producer known for their manchego. The 150g pack makes it an ideal size for home use. Perfect for tapas plates and pairs well with charcuterie, complementing the deep savoury flavours of Spanish cured hams and chorizo. Serve with a bottle of fruity rioja and crusty bread for an excellent appetiser or light lunch.

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Philip Mead

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“First impressions This is essentially a Manchego-style cheese from La Mancha, made in the same way but coated in rosemary, which means it cannot officially be called Manchego. Typically aged for around 3 months (sometimes longer depending on batch), it’s a semi-cured cheese with a herbal twist rather than deep ageing intensity. The rosemary coating is the key feature here. It’s not just decorative. It actively flavours the rind and subtly infuses the paste. Flavour and texture Texture: Firm but slightly yielding, not dry Taste: Nutty sheep’s milk base with a clear herbal lift Finish: Fragrant, slightly savoury, with a gentle tang Aroma: Fresh, woody, distinctly rosemary-led The core flavour is very recognisable as sheep’s cheese, but the rosemary adds a Mediterranean feel. Think warm hillsides, dry herbs, and sunshine rather than cellar-aged depth. Some versions that are aged longer (9–12 months) develop a firmer texture and stronger flavour, but still keep that herbal character. ️ How best to eat it This is where it really shines. Perfect on a tapas board Excellent with Serrano ham or chorizo Lovely with crusty bread and olive oil Works well with Rioja or a light red wine Good with quince paste or even a drizzle of honey The rosemary actually enhances savoury pairings, especially cured meats, rather than clashing with them. What’s good about it Distinctive without being overpowering Nicely balanced between creamy and firm The rosemary adds interest without masking the cheese Very good for sharing boards and light meals ⚠️ What to watch If you prefer pure, unflavoured cheese, the rosemary might feel intrusive Not as deep or complex as longer-aged cheeses The rind (with coating) isn’t always to everyone’s taste Verdict This is a thoughtful twist on a classic, not a gimmick. Simple way to think of it: Like Manchego? → you’ll enjoy this Like herb flavours? → even better Want something bold and dramatic? → this is more subtle than that It’s the sort of cheese that works beautifully in a relaxed setting. Bread, wine, a bit of ham, and you’re away.”

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Posted 2 weeks ago

Julie Young

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“One of the nicest cheeses we have ever eaten. We are both addicted, and it forms part of every Sunday tapas lunch”

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Posted 5 months ago

Karen Herd

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“Delicious! Great service”

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Posted 5 months ago

“It was tasty but a little soft in comparison to my preferred Manchengo mature”

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Posted 2 years ago

Ceris Winter

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“Never tried this cheese before but will absolutely buy again”

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Posted 2 years ago

“This cheese is amazingly creamy and mild, just melts in your mouth and when paired with membrilla, heaven”

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Posted 2 years ago

Marie Holmes

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“Delicious cheese with a delicate taste of rosemary making it a welcome difference from usual cheeses. Will buy again”

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Posted 2 years ago

“Very aromatic, big rosemary leaves giving a quite strong aftertaste, but very tasty. I shall order it again”

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Posted 2 years ago