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Ossau Iratey

200g (Serves 2-4)
€9,60
€9,60
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Cheese wheel with a piece of cheese on top against a textured white background
  • Cheese wheel with a piece of cheese on top against a textured white background
Ossau Iratey

France · Macaye

Ossau Iratey

€9,60
€9,60

Ossau-Iraty is a traditional sheep’s milk cheese from the French Pyrenees, produced in the regions of Béarn and the Basque Country it has a firm, smooth texture and a natural rind.
Its flavor is balanced and refined, with gentle notes of butter, toasted nuts, and sweet grass. As it matures, the taste becomes more pronounced while remaining smooth and rounded.
It pairs well with crusty bread, cherry preserves, and both red or dry white wines.
ProducerOnetik TypeHard RennetTraditional RegionMacaye MilkEwe RindNatural
Portion Size: 200g (Serves 2-4)

Cheese guide

Choose the wedge that matches your moment.

  • 160g: serves 2–3, a cheese board pairing.
  • 320g: serves 4–6, a starter or shared plate.
  • Whole (1.2kg): serves 12–16, a centrepiece for entertaining.

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Description

Ossau Iratey

Known as the grandfather of Basque cheeses, some say that Ossau Iraty was one of the first intentionally made cheeses in Europe, possibly dating back to 3,000 BC! While the exact date is debatable, many agree that the recipe and technique hasn't changed in centuries, which proves that the cheesemakers are clearly doing something right! Hailing from the Basque region of France, this cheese is named for the two picturesque regions in the Southwestern Pyrenees Mountains – Ossau located in the valley of the Bearn and Iraty in the beech forests of the Pays Basque. Both known for their stunning beauty, the Ossau Valley and Iraty Forest are popular destinations for outdoor and nature enthusiasts during all four seasons.
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Ingredients & Allergens

MILK, salt, starters, animal rennet

For allergens, see ingredients in bold.
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Onetik

Meet Our Producers

Onetik

France, Macaye

Onetik Basque Country artisan cheeses made by our farmers with raw milk from a single herd (fermier). The farmers themselves produce these special cheeses in their high-altitude summer pastures or estives. These raw milk cheeses from just one herd are entitled to use the protected term fermier. The artisan cheeses are collected and brought to our Macaye cheese dairy where they are aged in cellars to develop their full flavor.

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