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.
Important Facts
Country of Origin | Spain |
Specific Origin | Province of Zamora, Castile-León region |
Certification | PDO (1993) |
Milk Type | Sheep’s milk |
Rind | Pale yellow to dark gray |
Texture | Firm and compact |
Flavor | Intense, nutty, buttery, slightly piquant |
Colors | Pale yellow to dark gray |
Forms | Cylindrical, distinctive zigzag pattern on the sides |
Age | More than 100 days |
Rennet Type | Animal rennet |