Caves of Faribault St. Pete’s Select
Cheese Highlights:
Animal Type: Cow’s Milk
Rennet Type: Traditional
Pasteurized: Yes
Style: Blue Cheese
Origin: Minnesota, USA
Pairing: Sweet Wines, Bourbon, Malty Beer
Caves of Faribault St. Pete's Select is an exceptional blue cheese produced by the Caves of Faribault in Minnesota, USA. This cheese holds the distinction of being one of the first blue cheeses aged in natural sandstone caves in the United States, a practice that dates back to 1936.
Made from high-quality, pasteurized cow's milk, St. Pete's Select is known for its creamy yet crumbly texture and deep, savory flavor profile. The aging process in the sandstone caves of Faribault provides the ideal environment for developing the distinctive blue veins and the rich, complex flavors that characterize this cheese. The natural humidity and temperature of the caves contribute significantly to the cheese's unique character.
St. Pete's Select is a robust and tangy blue cheese, with a bold flavor that is both earthy and slightly spicy. The texture is smooth with a notable creaminess, balanced by the firmer, crumbly areas near the blue veins. It's an excellent choice for a cheese board, adding both visual and flavor diversity. This cheese pairs well with a variety of wines, especially sweeter ones like Riesling or Port, which complement its strong flavor. It can also be used in salads, as a topping for burgers, or melted into sauces, offering a gourmet touch to a wide range of dishes.