This award winning Portuguese cheese is made from pasteurized cow's milk in the island of São Miguel, Açores. This DOP (Denominação de Origem Protegida) cheese is aged for 9 months minimum before it can be sold. It has a hard consistency, with a slightly piquant flavor and a nice salty tinge. 

Ingredients: Pasteurized cow's milk, lactic cultures, calcium chloride, rennet, and egg protein.

Package Contains: 1 Fresh Cut Wedge - Approximately 0.70 lb.

We suggest a 3 day or less shipping for this perishable item at checkout. During warmer months (May to September) we suggest a 2 day expedited or less shipping method. Please be aware that we are located in New England and transit times vary by state.