Cheese Fest

Cote Hill Blue

This is a semi-soft blue cow’s milk cheese, made in Lincolnshire. When in its young and innocent phase, It resembles a blue brie or Castello blue. Very mild and creamy, almost buttery, but possibly a little “raw”.

However, as it ages, it develops a grey mould on its rind (pictured). This is the sign that it has learned to bite back. Initially, it remains similar to its earlier form, slightly stronger in flavour, but still mild and creamy… then it retaliates with a slight Cabrales like burn and bitter, lingering aftertaste.

This is a cheese that changes character whilst it matures. It is therefore advisable to eat it when it is at the right level of maturity for your taste.