Idiazabal cheese, the secret delicacy from Northern Spain

Idiazabal cheeses is one of the most elite cheeses and it is also considered one of the delicacies of Northern Spain. The fame it has achieved during recent years has made it one of the identifying marks of the Basque Country and Navarra.

Do you want to know more about Idiazabal cheese?

Idiazabal cheese has been made from latxa and carranzana sheep milks, two native breeds typical of the area. The name is given due to a small town very close to the Aralar park.

Its elaboration method has not changed since ancient times, the reason why it is so special. What's more, the shepherds still following the established routes from their ancestors to face the changes of season.

The production of this cheese continues to be an engine for families that are still established in rural areas. They see the production of Idiazabal cheese as a way of life.

We tell you several curiosities:

• 7 liters of pure and whole sheep's milk are needed for each kilo of Idiazabal cheese.

• The special attention paid to the purity of the sheep milk make this cheese to be very exclusive.

• You can find it in its classic version and with a smoky touch.

• Finally, always check that you buy an idiazabal cheese with the distinctive “Designation of Origin”.

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