Murcia al Vino (Drunken Goat)
Smooth. Fruity. Memorable.
Regular price £7.20Cheese Lady Recommends
| origin | Spain, Murcia |
| style texture | Wine-washed, semi-firm/firm |
| milk | Goat |
| milk treatment | Pasteurised |
| rennet | Traditional |
| drink | Light-bodied white and rose wines |
About the Cheese
Murcia al Vino P.D.O., also known as Drunken Goat, is a unique cheese from Spain with an original flavour profile. This artisan cheese is made from pasteurised goat's milk and immersed in red wine with Designation of Origin from the Murcia region.
The wine imparts a characteristic colour and infuses the cheese with rich wine flavours and aromas. Murcia al Vino has a smi-firm texture, low-to-medium intensity flavour, and a noticeable wine aroma near the rind.
Enjoy this semi-firm, creamy cheese with fruity white and rosé wines.
Cheesemaker: Alimentarias
Alimentias, established in 1999, is dedicated to sharing the exceptional cheeses of Spain with the world. They focus on using top-quality milk from carefully selected farms where animal welfare is paramount. Alimentias' main cheese plant is located in Manzanares, Castilla La Mancha, where they produce cheeses following strict quality standards and traditional recipes. Some exclusive cheeses are then matured in their cheese curing caves in Jerez de la Frontera, developing unique characteristics and aromas.
Alimentias values tradition and innovation, combining decades of cheesemaking expertise with modern technologies to maintain the authenticity and essence of their cheeses. Committed to sustainability, they invest in renewable energies and eco-friendly initiatives to protect the environment. Their goal is to be 100% sustainable and self-sufficient, making Alimentias a benchmark for Manchego cheese P.D.O. and other Spanish delicacies in over 30 countries.
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.
