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Queso Zamorano
About Queso Zamorano
Zamorano is a hard cheese from the Zamora province in Spain, made from sheep's milk. It resembles Manchego but is made using the milk of the Churra and Castellana sheep breeds. Zamorano has a rich, nutty flavor and a slightly crumbly texture, aged for a minimum of six months.
Key Facts
| Country of Origin | Spain |
| Specific Origin | Province of Zamora, Castile-LeĂłn region |
| Protection | PDO (1996) |
| Milk Type | Sheep's milk |
| Milk Treatment | Unpasteurized |
| Rind | Pale yellow to dark gray |
| Texture | Firm and compact |
| Flavor | Intense, nutty, buttery, slightly piquant |
| Aroma | Sweet |
| Colors | Pale yellow to dark gray |
| Forms | Cylindrical, distinctive zigzag pattern on the sides |
| Age | More than 100 days |
| Rennet Type | Animal rennet |
Alternative Names for Queso Zamorano
Zamorano DOP, Zamorano
