Who doesn’t love cheese, right? As an artisan cheese lover, you will find many cheese shops in Hunter Valley, where you can have a cheesy-cheese chat with the locals. From exciting cheese-making tours to cheese-wine pairing to treat your palate, here are a few things to look out for!

Where to Go?

There are many options for you to choose from; and the most popular places to do a cheese tour are Hunter Valley Cheese Factory, Hunter Valley Smelly Cheese Shop, Hunter Belle Cheese Room, and Binnorie Dairy. You can go for cheese tasting tours during the daytime and relax and unwind with one of the Hunter Valley spa packages from a nearby place like Elysia Wellness Retreat.

Types of Cheese to Taste

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You can try many types of cheese at these factories and shops to find what your tastebuds crave. There is a hard cheese, which is dried and hardened cheese such as Edam, Gruyere, and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Red Wax Gouda and Emmental are semi-hard cheese. You can even try blue cheese which is soft and creamy or washed-rind cheese such as Appenzeller and Limburger.

How to Taste!

When you’re doing a cheese-tasting, there are five main aspects to look out for. First, the look of the cheese, the paste, rind, and the colour. The smell is another, where you will find notes of a veggie, nuts, or a flower. The feel of the cheese is also important. Some can have a crumbly texture, and some can have an elastic or soft texture. Taste is one of the most important characteristics, and it is also important to pair the cheese with some wine to discover the perfect one for you.