Grazalema
Firm. Complex. Tangy.
Regular price £12.75Cheese Lady Recommends
| origin | Spain, Andalusia |
| style texture | Mature sheep's cheese, firm |
| milk | Ewe |
| milk treatment | Pasteurised |
| rennet | Traditional |
| drink | Sherry, madeira, red wine, whisky |
About the Cheese
Grazalema is a complex and mature ewe's milk cheese that promises to leave a lasting impression on your palate.
Born high in the mountains of Sierra del Cadiz, this artisan cheese is crafted from the milk of indigenous Payoya sheep. The wheels are matured for a minimum of five months, often much longer, during which they are coated in ibérico lard and wheatgerm, imparting a unique depth to the flavour.
Grazalema offers a rich, nutty, and caramel-like profile with pronounced brininess and a delightful zing.
Enjoy this exceptional cheese with full-bodied wines, fortified wines like madeira and sherry, or whisky.
Cheesemaker: Queso Payoyo
Queso Payoyo was founded in 1996 by Carlos Ríos Moreno and Andrés Piña Calle. Situated in Villaluenga del Rosario, the company has grown to support 20 workers and 32 farmers, focusing on traditional cheesemaking techniques.
Queso Payoyo produces a variety of cheeses, from fresh to cured, with options wrapped in butter, rosemary, wheat bran, and paprika.
Over the past two decades, the brand has garnered 175 national and international awards, including prestigious accolades from the World Cheese Awards and the Great Taste Awards. The dedication to quality and tradition has made Queso Payoyo a celebrated name in the world of fine cheeses.
1% of every sale will be donated to the Mental Health Foundation via Work for Good
Due to small-scale production and logistical delays certain cheeses and condiments may be unavailable. We'll substitute them with similar products as needed. You can specify if you are happy with substitutions on the Cart page.
DELIVERY
The delivery charge is worked out based on the postcode.
SCOTLAND
EH39-EH42 postcodes (Haddington, Gifford, Dunbar, North Berwick, East Linton, other areas within 5 mile radius of the shop): Orders over £40 - free delivery.
Other EH and FK1-16 post codes (East Lothian, Edinburgh, Fife) : Orders over £50 ‐ free delivery; orders under £50 ‐ delivery is £4.50.
Central Scotland: Orders over £50 ‐ free delivery; orders under £50 ‐ £5.50;
Northern Scotland and Highlands: £5.50 (2-5 day service). Please note, we recommend selecting Wednesday as your delivery day to allow enough time for the order to be delivered before the weekend (when courier depots are closed)
REST OF BRITAIN
England & Wales: Orders over £50 ‐ free delivery; orders under £50 ‐ £5.50.
London: Order over £50 ‐ free delivery; order under £50 ‐ £7.50.
Northern Ireland and Islands (Isle of Man, Scilly, Skye, Wight, Jersey, Guernsey): we currently do not ship to.
Most of the UK mainland gets a next day delivery service. However, certain areas of the UK get a longer service. Our shipping boxes are designed to be safe in transit for up to 48 hours (longer during the cold months).
When placing an order, please make sure to provide:
- an alternative delivery instruction, in case you’re not in to receive the order (such as “leave on porch, leave in a shed, leave with neighbour”)
- complete post code and mobile number (will be used for courier notifications)
SHIPPING INFORMATION
Our checkout system allows you to pick a date in the future to receive your delivery.
Our courier partners are APC Overnight.
Once your order is shipped you will receive tracking details. Because all orders are shipped via a third-party, you would need to contact the courier directly if you have any questions about your parcel. Their email address is depot175@apc-overnight.com
If you are buying cheeses for a special occasion, please allow an extra day or two for your cheeses to arrive, in case of unforeseen and uncontrollable circumstances.
During December and other peak periods, we may require additional days to process and deliver your order.
PACKAGING
We take great care in packaging and delivering your order.
- Cheeses are wrapped in specialist cheese paper that will allow them to breathe and not suffocate.
- Cheeses and condiments are then packaged in a cardboard box (reusable and recyclable) with an insulated foil pouch and ice packs to ensure the correct temperature is maintained for up to 48 hours (longer during the cold months).
GIFT MESSAGES
A personalised gift note can be included with all of our products at no extra charge.
