One of three blue cheeses made by Te Mata from both cow’s and ewe’s milk, Port Ahuriri Blue distinguishes itself from the plethora of “creamy” blue cheeses available in New Zealand by not adding extra cream and allowing a full blue flavor to develop.
Cheese size
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Tasting notes of this cheese
The strong flavor of Port Ahuriri is balanced by a salty sweet and nutty undertone. Its texture is almost fudge-like and slightly crumbly.
How to enjoy of this cheese
Perfect with dried fruits such as dates or figs, or with sticky dessert wines, sherry, or port, Port Ahuriri’s intense flavor also makes it ideal for crumbling over salads.
| NEW ZEALAND | Havelock North, Hawkes Bay |
| Age | 6–8 months |
| Weight and Shape | 6 1⁄2 lb (3kg), round |
| Size | D. 8 1⁄2 in (22cm), H. 3 1⁄2 in (9cm) |
| Milk | Cow |
| Classification | Blue |
| Producer | Te Mata Cheese |