Patience
Makes Perfect
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The warm buttered sweet corn and sourdough tang of the 2021 Maker’s Reserve Extra Sharp Cheddar promise a nuanced tasting experience.
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Our 2021 vintage features a deeply savory profile and creamy texture which highlight the taste of this cheddar. Pair it with buttery Kalamata olives and a crisp Pinot Gris for a powerful flavor experience.
Visual: Naturally white, solid body
Aroma: Mango, buttered sweet corn, fruity
Flavor profile: Nutty, fruity, bright
Texture: Smooth, creamy, delicate
A surprisingly fragrant nose like fresh-cut lawn sharpens the 2020 Maker’s Reserve Extra Sharp Cheddar experience before giving way to a rich, earthy, custardy finish.
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Aromatic grapefruit and cranberry prepare your palate for the botanic flavors of 2020. Enjoy it alongside sweet Madelines and a sparkling gin and tonic.
Visual: Naturally white, solid body
Aroma: Green apple, sweet custard, toasted nuts
Flavor profile: Fruity, creamy, umami
Texture: Smooth, rich, dry
Acidic flavors of buttermilk and juicy pineapple cozied up to brown butter, sautéed mushrooms and aged parmesan. Complicated is a good thing when it comes to 2019.
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Aromatic toasted walnuts and bright green onion prepare your palate for the dense, custardy flavors of 2019. Enjoy it on a bed of shortbread or seasoned pecans and top off the perfect bite with an ice cold sour beer or pinot noir.
Visual: Naturally white, solid body
Aroma: Aged Parmesan, lemon zest, shortbread
Flavor profile: Bright, custardy, umami
Texture: Creamy, dense, light crystals
A mature savory flavor of fig are balanced with grassy notes of fennel, thyme, and cucumber in 2018 Maker’s Reserve Extra Sharp Cheddar. Short and crumbly, with intermittent crystals and a shattering texture, the salty hints of umami and roasted nuts are unmistakable.
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2018’s strong umami pairs well with punchy and deep flavors. Try 2018 with an old-fashioned or Scottish red and hors d'oeuvres of fresh-shucked oysters or pâté. For a sweeter complement, serve 2018 with a creamy milk chocolate.
Visual: Naturally white, solid body
Aroma: Porcini mushroom, buttery, coriander, barley
Flavor Profile: Punchy, umami, rich
Texture: Creamy, shattering, delicate crystals
Bright floral notes followed by a rich, buttery flavor would be a good way to describe 2017 Maker’s Reserve Extra Sharp Cheddar. floral with pleasantly sweet notes that turn savory on the palate, beginning with tart citrus and a short texture that shatters then melts.
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The aroma, complexity, and untamed flavors of 2017 call for bold, bright, and sweet pairings. For cocktail hour, 2017 interplays with a chilled paloma or a light sauvignon blanc. For a bold, atypical cheeseboard, 2017 complements cured olive tapenade and a tart blood orange.
Visual: Naturally white, slight glossy, few tyrosine crystals
Aroma: Floral, fresh, fruity
Flavor profile: Sharp citrus, peppery, bright acid
Texture: Slight short, dry, creamy
A surprising and complex profile, the earthy aromas of figs and olives of our 2014 Maker’s Reserve Extra Sharp Cheddar give way to pleasantly acidic flavors of fresh grapefruit.
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Our 2014 vintage is all about surprise and delight. The tang of fresh berries gives way to creamy notes of rising dough and brioche, which pairs well with a savory olive tapenade and robust Cabernet Sauvignon.
Visual: Naturally white, solid body
Aroma: Brioche, berries, toasted hazelnuts
Flavor profile: Buttery, earthy, umami
Texture: Velvety, shattering, smooth
Sweet cream and decadent brioche best describe the first taste of 2013, while savory notes of toasted nuts help round out the flavor.
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Our 2013 vintage features a lush, flaky texture with big crystals which highlight the taste of this long aged cheddar. Pair it with fresh strawberries and a sparkling champagne sangria for a decadent flavor experience.
Visual: Naturally white, solid body
Aroma: Rich butter, toasted nuts, sweet cream
Flavor profile: Sweet, nutty, roasted
Texture: Creamy, large crystals, flaky
Lush tropical flavors mingle with warm toasty notes of brown butter and macadamia nuts in our 2012 Maker's Reserve Extra Sharp Cheddar. A shower of crystals, more than a decade in the making, burst onto the palate with a zing! crunch! and celebratory pop!
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Crack open your favorite sour beer or kombucha and bring out the best in 2012's aromatic flavors and rich, crunchy bite. Add a side of wildflower honey and jardiniere for a sweet and savory complement. One taste of 2012 tells you we're serious about cheese—and this one's ready for the spotlight.
Visual: Naturally white, solid body
Aroma: Tropical stone fruit, honeysuckle, roasted macadamia nuts
Flavor profile: Fruity, umami, bright, floral
Texture: Shatters, large crystals, crunchy