Istara: Ossau-Iraty Lb.

Istara Ossau-Iraty Cheese

Origin: France - Northern Basque Region
Type: Pasteurized sheep's milk with a medium-firm texture.
Characteristics: straw-like in color; nutty taste that is creamy and rich.

This French semi-firm cheese is creamy and nutty, with a gentle richness that is quite pleasing.
The rind is edible with a slightly tart taste.
The cheese has a soft, light ivory color with the fragrance of toasted hazelnuts.
Lb Pc
One wheel weighs about 9lb's.