The warm buttered sweet corn and sourdough tang of the 2021 Maker’s Reserve Extra Sharp Cheddar promise a nuanced tasting experience.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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