Opportunities and Challenges Cheese Course April 7, 2004 Sonoma, CA
Paired
by Sheana Davis, The Epicurean Connection Jerry Comfort, Beringer Vineyards Jimmy
Jacobs, Lagunitas Brewery Denice Jones, Third Street Aleworks
Vella
Cheese Company, Italian Table Cheese/Fontina, raw Cow Milk Pair with Third
Street Aleworks Wheat Beer and Beringer Blass Estates Cabernet Sauvignon
Vella
Cheese Company Raw Milk Daisy Cheddar, raw Cow Milk Cheese Beringer Blass Estates
Cabernet Sauvignon,
Select cheeses with variety
and flavors that blend and make choices
that compliment one another.
Work with 3-4 cheeses. Assemble a cheese
course with cheeses from cow, goat and sheep milk cheeses.
Assemble a
cheese course with cheeses from one producer, using 3 different cheeses. Create
a theme, such as California, Vermont, Mid West or Pacific North West.
Be cautious with strong cheeses, as they can over power delicate cheeses.
Add in accompaniments, such as nuts, dried fruits, compote, chutney
Serve with breads, crackers, toasted breads, sweet or savory toasts
Pair
cheese courses with wines or ales. Most of all enjoy & have fun!