La Peral
Crumbly. Complex. Peppery.
Regular price £8.70Cheese Lady Recommends
| origin | Spain, Asturias |
| style texture | Medium blue, crumbly |
| milk | Cow |
| milk treatment | Pasteurised |
| rennet | Traditional |
| drink | Port, red wine, rich whisky |
About the Cheese
Discover the creamy allure of La Peral, an exquisite Spanish artisan blue cheese renowned for its balanced intensity and intricate flavours.
Produced in the remote Asturian region of northern Spain, La Peral is crafted from cow's milk at a family dairy using traditional artisan methods.
Each wheel matures for 2-5 months, allowing the cheese to develop its rich, creamy texture and distinct flavours that range from mild and creamy to assertive and wild with age.
La Peral delights the palate with its moderate bite and good complexity, making it a perfect pairing with port and similar sweet wines.
Cheesemaker: Quesería La Peral
Quesería La Peral boasts a legacy dating back to 1923 when Antonio León Álvarez founded the family dairy.
Located in Asturias, Spain, this artisan dairy specialises in crafting La Peral Cheese from cow's milk and Peralzola Cheese from sheep's milk, both renowned for their noble blue mould and matured in a natural cellar beneath the diary.
Combining traditional artisan care with modern food technology, Quesería La Peral produces cheeses with exceptional personality and a delicate bouquet that is highly cherished by consumers. Their commitment to quality and craftsmanship ensures each cheese reflects the rich heritage and expertise of Asturian cheese-making traditions.
This cheese is featured in our Spanish Selection.
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.
