Cypress Grove Humboldt Fog
Cheese Highlights:
Animal Type : Goat
Rennet Type : Vegetable
Pasteurized : Yes
Style : Soft-ripened cheese with a bloomy rind and vegetable ash.
Origin: California, USA
Pairing: Pairs well with sweeter wines like Riesling, strong ales, IPA’s, and Sours.
Cypress Grove's Humboldt Fog is an iconic and award-winning American artisan cheese, created by Cypress Grove Chevre in Arcata, California. It's a distinct and visually striking cheese, famous for its layer of edible vegetable ash through the center.
Made from pasteurized goat's milk, Humboldt Fog is a soft-ripened cheese with a creamy, smooth texture. Its outer layer is a delicate bloomy rind, typical of aged goat cheeses. The signature feature of Humboldt Fog is the thin line of vegetable ash running horizontally through the middle of the cheese, which not only adds a dramatic visual contrast but also imparts a subtle, earthy flavor.
The flavor profile of Humboldt Fog is complex and multi-dimensional. It offers a gentle tanginess typical of goat cheese, combined with floral, herbaceous, and citrus notes. As the cheese ages, its creamy layer near the rind becomes runnier, providing a richer taste experience. The texture near the center remains dense and cake-like, offering a nice contrast to the creamier edges.
Humboldt Fog pairs beautifully with a variety of foods and wines. It's a stunning addition to a cheese board, complemented well by fruits like figs or pears, nuts, and a drizzle of honey. When it comes to wine pairings, it goes well with Sauvignon Blanc, sparkling wines, or a light-bodied Pinot Noir. Its unique flavor and aesthetic appeal make Humboldt Fog a favorite among cheese enthusiasts and a symbol of innovation in American cheese-making.