Item #: 563013, 2/8 LB

From the tiny island of Menorca off the coast of Spain, Mahón DOP is named for this capital and port city that sits in the chain of Balearic Islands. The most popular Spanish cheese behind Manchego, Mahón DOP features a robust and buttery taste from cow’s milk, enhanced by the lush and bountiful pastures on this rocky island. Mahón DOP was traditionally prepared for sailors who traversed the Mediterranean Sea, packaged in dense, rectangular shapes for easy transport.
The distinct orange-yellow rind, which is the result of an olive oil and paprika rub, contributes to the bold, splendid flavor of this cheese. Aged for at least two months, the savory, piquant taste is enveloped by the semi-hard cheese, which becomes more firm as it ages. This DOP delight is traditionally served with a drizzle of Spanish olive oil, accompanied by briny olives and a sprig of rosemary.
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	Create a tapas plate and serve Mahon DOP with lightly fried chorizo and pieces of warm, crusty bread.
	A bright Gruner Veltliner or an English Brown Ale is a perfect complement to the full-flavored Mahón DOP.