Manchego, curado PDO (Gomez Moreno)
Firm. Complex. Peppery.
Regular price £10.35Cheese Lady Recommends
| origin | Spain, La Mancha |
| style texture | Mature ewe's milk cheese, firm |
| milk | Ewe |
| milk treatment | Raw |
| rennet | Traditional |
| drink | Sherry, red wine |
About the Cheese
Experience the exceptional "Carpuela" Cured Artisan Manchego Cheese from Familia Gomez Moreno, a true marvel aged for over six months under the prestigious "Manchego Cheese" Denomination of Origin.
Crafted exclusively from raw milk of Manchego sheep, this cheese offers a rich and intense flavour profile that deepens with every bite, leaving a long-lasting and exquisite aftertaste.
With its somewhat creamy yet crumbly texture and robust character, Carpuela Manchego captures the essence of Spain's culinary heritage. Enjoy this gastronomic treasure with complex red wines and sherry.
This cheese is featured in our Spanish Selection.
Cheesemaker: Gómez Moreno
Gómez Moreno Cheeses is synonymous with tradition and excellence in cheesemaking. With over a century of experience, this family-run business has perfected the art of creating authentic Manchego cheese.
Originating from the heart of La Mancha, Gómez Moreno Cheeses upholds a legacy of quality, purity, and meticulous craftsmanship passed down through generations of shepherds and cheesemakers.
Their dedication begins with the careful selection of pure Manchego sheep's milk, sourced from their own herd grazing on natural pastures in the pristine, uncontaminated environment of La Mancha.
This rigorous attention to raw materials ensures the unparalleled flavour and quality of their 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.
