Amarelo de Beira Baixa

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Made from unpasteurized goat's or sheep's milk
Country of origin: Portugal
Region: Beira Baixa Province
Type: semi-firm, artisan
Fat content: 45-60%
Colour: yellow
Flavour: acidic
Vegetarian: no
Synonyms: Amarelo da Beira Baixa Cheese (DOP), Queijo amarelo da Beira Baixa

Amarelo de Beira Baixa comes from the Beira Baixa region of Portugal. It is made from raw sheep's and goat's milk, animal rennet and salt. Amarelo is PDO (AOP) cheese with a distinctive aroma and slightly acidic taste. It is matured for 45 to 90 days and is available in a cylindrical shape.

Amarelo de Beira Baixa can be consumed as a dessert, a starter or a snack. It tastes great with Pinot Noir or red wines.