{"id":32360,"date":"2017-11-27T13:00:45","date_gmt":"2017-11-27T18:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/developer83.wordpress-developer.us\/culturecheesemag\/?p=32360"},"modified":"2017-11-26T12:14:02","modified_gmt":"2017-11-26T17:14:02","slug":"best-cheeses-year-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/developer83.wordpress-developer.us\/culturecheesemag\/best-cheeses-year-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Cheeses Of The Year: Canada"},"content":{"rendered":"

There\u2019s great cheese nearly everywhere you look these days, whether you\u2019re planning to summer in the south of France or ski the slopes of Canada. Over the next few weeks, we\u2019ll take you to five popular tourist regions\u2014the Alps, the Anglo-Celtic Isles, Australasia, Canada, and the Mediterranean\u2014complete with recommendations for places to visit, fun facts, and of course, some of the best wedges and wheels in the area.<\/i><\/i><\/p>\n

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A<\/span>t 150 years old, Canada is a relatively young country, but it\u2019s rich in landscapes, from the impressive Rocky Mountains to its lengthy coastline (the longest in the world), with 151,600 miles touching the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic Oceans. While it might be better known for its Justins (Trudeau and Bieber) and Ryans (Gosling and Reynolds), America\u2019s friendly northern neighbor has been quietly cultivating a rich food and wine culture for decades. Toronto, arguably the world\u2019s most diverse city, has a culinary scene that draws from its deeply multicultural population. Meanwhile, in places like Prince Edward County and in the Eastern Townships of Quebec, some of the world\u2019s best cheesemakers<\/a> are collecting prestigious awards for their efforts.<\/p>\n

TALIAH<\/h3>\n

Fromagerie du Presbyt\u00e8re, Saint-\u00c9lizabeth-de-Warwick, Quebec<\/em><\/p>\n

This twist on a clothbound cheddar is made with sheep\u2019s milk and aged between 10 and 16 months. The result: a caramelly, fruit- and hazelnut-forward flavor profile that pairs nicely with a glass of cabernet franc or a Quebec-made mar\u00e9chal foch.<\/p>\n

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Taliah<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

MOZZARELLISSIMA<\/h3>\n

Saputo. Montreal, Quebec<\/em><\/p>\n

The Saputo family brought their Italian cheesemaking secrets to Canada in 1954, and in the years since has grown the business significantly while retaining high standards of quality. Case in point: Mozzarellissima, a creamy cow\u2019s milk mozzarella begging to be melted on pizza and lasagna.<\/p>\n

TRUFFALINA<\/h3>\n

Fifth Town Artisan Cheese, Picton, Ontario<\/em><\/p>\n

Fifth Town sits in Prince Edward County, an emerging wine region two hours east of Toronto. Its award-winning Truffalina is a dense, nutty goat\u2019s milk gouda infused with black truffles. The flavor is mildly earthy and salty\u2014perfect for pairing with complex, medium-bodied red wines such as syrah or zinfandel.<\/p>\n

LENBERG FARMS CLASSIC RESERVE ZOEY<\/h3>\n

Mariposa Dairy, Lindsay, Ontario<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

The winner of an American Cheese Society blue ribbon<\/a>, this wheel is hand-salted, washed with brine and aged four months. The combination of tangy goat\u2019s milk and creamy sheep\u2019s milk makes for a buttery texture that pairs nicely with a peppery zinfandel or a bold chardonnay.<\/p>\n

LOUIS CYR<\/h3>\n

Fromagerie Bergeron, Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Quebec<\/em><\/p>\n

This pasteurized cow\u2019s milk gouda packs a punch\u2014much like its namesake, a Quebecois strongman renowned for holding many records, including lifting 18 men at once. Aged for at least six months, the wedge offers flavors of toffee and fresh hazelnuts. Enjoy it with fruity and aromatic white wines like sauvignon blanc.<\/p>\n

LA MADELAINE<\/h3>\n

Fromagerie Nouvelle France, Racine, Quebec<\/em><\/p>\n

Named after Madeleine Boucher, one of the first children of pioneers to be born in New France (now known as Quebec), this soft bloomy rind boasts a fragrance of dry hay and barnyard. Try it with a dark fruit jam, such as black cherry or blackcurrant preserves, and Quebecois cider<\/p>\n

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La Madelaine<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

PIONNIER<\/h3>\n

Fromagerie Nouvelle France \/ Fromagerie du Presbyt\u00e8re, Racine, Quebec \/ Sainte-\u00c9lizabeth-de-Warwick, Quebec<\/em><\/p>\n

This prized washed rind is the result of two cheesemakers working together, combining the raw milk from their sheep and cow herds. Once formed into large wheels\u2014each almost 90 pounds\u2014Pionnier ripens for 10 to 12 months and develops aromas of butter, brown sugar, and macadamia nuts.<\/p>\n

EXTRA OLD CHEDDAR<\/h3>\n

Cows Creamery, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island<\/em><\/p>\n

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island-based Cows Creamery<\/a> attributes the quality of their cheeses to the island\u2019s unique location. No point is more than 20 miles from the sea, and the salty air and iron-rich red soil lend a distinct flavor to this flaky, Scottish-inspired cheddar. Try it with vintage port.<\/p>\n

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