Templegall
Firm. Smooth. Nutty.
Regular price £10.90Cheese Lady Recommends
origin | Ireland, Co.Cork |
style texture | Alpine, firm |
milk | Cow |
milk treatment | Pasteurised |
rennet | Vegetarian |
drink | Beer, medium-bodied red wines |
About the Cheese
Templegall is an exceptional Alpine-style cheese crafted in the lush countryside of County Cork, Ireland.
With its smooth, mouth-filling texture, Templegall enchants the palate with notes of brown butter and roasted nuts, creating an irresistibly rich and savoury flavour.
Made exclusively during the summer months, and only when the milk achieves perfect quality, this cheese embodies the very essence of artisan cheesemaking. Inspired by the French classic Comté, Templegall matures for a minimum of nine months, developing a delightful complexity with hints of caramel, a gentle tang, and a sharp, mature finish that lingers enticingly.
Its excellence has not gone unnoticed, earning it the Supreme Champion title at The Artisan Cheese Awards, gold at the 2023 Irish Cheese Awards, and silver at the 2023 World Cheese Awards.
About the Cheesemaker
Templegall is born from the collaboration of Dan Hegarty and the talented French cheesemaker Jean-Baptiste Enjelvin at Hegarty’s Cheese in Whitechurch, County Cork.
Jean-Baptiste brings the soul of Franche-Comté’s cheesemaking tradition to the heart of Ireland, infusing local craftsmanship with continental expertise. Together, they select only the finest cow’s milk from local farms, meticulously ensuring each batch meets their exacting standards.
Their dedication to quality and innovation has swiftly established Templegall as one of Ireland’s most exciting cheeses, earning acclaim both locally and internationally. A true testament to artisan dedication, Templegall reflects the passion and skill of its makers, celebrating the beauty of tradition intertwined with modern craftsmanship.
Please note that this cheese contains Lysozyme (EGG).

1% of every sale will be donated to the Mental Health Foundation via Work for Good
IMPORTANT: Delivery dates are not guaranteed. For special occasions, please select an earlier delivery date. Cheese ripeness/maturity and wine vintages are not guaranteed unless specified in the product description. Due to small-scale production and logistics, some items may be unavailable. Images are for illustration purposes only.
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.