What makes a Dutch cheese 'exclusive'?

An exclusive cheese is distinguished by the highest quality ingredients, pure craftsmanship, and often a unique (long-term) ripening process. Think of cheeses made from 100% organic Jersey milk, additions of pure summer truffle, or farmer's cheeses that mature for years under ideal conditions until they develop an unprecedentedly deep flavor and crackling protein crystals.

Which exclusive cheese is most suitable for a luxury cheese board?

For an impressive cheese board, it is best to combine different textures and flavor profiles. Choose, for example, a very old crumbly cheese for the robust, spicy bite, a soft organic goat cheese (for example with honey clover) for the creaminess, and an exclusive truffle cheese as a tasteful centerpiece.

How do I best store these exclusive cheeses?

Because we cut your cheese fresh from the knife and immediately vacuum pack it, it can be kept unopened in the refrigerator for about 2 months. After opening, it is best to wrap the cheese in breathable cheese paper and store it at the bottom of the fridge. Take the cheese out of the fridge an hour before serving; the complex flavors are best experienced at room temperature.

How do I best cut a very old, exclusive crumbly cheese?

An authentic crumbly cheese that has sometimes matured for up to 3 years contains little moisture and is therefore difficult to slice with a regular cheese slicer. It is best to break this cheese into robust, uneven chunks with a sturdy cheese knife. This perfectly preserves the beloved crunchy texture.

Which wine pairs well with exclusive Dutch cheeses?

The perfect pairing depends on the type of cheese. An intensely aged old cheese or crumbly cheese cries out for a sturdy red wine (such as a Barolo, Amarone, or Cabernet Sauvignon), or a rich Tawny Port. An exclusive, soft goat cheese or truffle cheese, on the other hand, combines phenomenally with a wood-aged white wine such as Chardonnay, or even with a festive glass of Champagne.

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Discover the Most Exclusive Dutch Cheeses

The Netherlands is world-famous for its cheese, but behind the well-known young and matured Gouda lies a world of unprecedented luxury and craftsmanship. In our category of the most exclusive Dutch cheeses, we have gathered the absolute masterpieces for you. These are the crown jewels of Dutch cheese making: from years-aged, spicy crumbly cheeses to masterpieces enriched with pure truffle and cheeses from exceptional milk types. Are you a true gourmet or looking for a special culinary gift? Let yourself be surprised by the best-kept secret of cheese country Holland.

What makes a Dutch cheese truly exclusive?

A cheese doesn't just get the title 'exclusive'. It requires patience, craftsmanship, and ingredients of the highest quality. The most luxurious cheeses in our assortment are distinguished by a number of special characteristics:

Extreme ripening time: Some of our exclusive cheeses mature for up to 1 to 3 years (or even longer) on traditional wooden shelves. This creates the highly coveted white protein crystals and an irresistible, robust 'bite'.
Special milk types: In addition to premium cow's milk, you will find cheeses from purebred Jersey cows (known for extremely creamy milk), and the best organic goat and sheep milk from small-scale Dutch care farms like De Mèkkerstee.
Luxurious additions: Artisanal cheeses enriched with real, earthy summer truffle for an unparalleled gastronomic experience.
Pure craft (Farmer's cheese): Cheeses that are still made by hand on the farm from raw milk, developing a very complex flavor profile that can never be matched by machines.

Masterpieces for the Gourmet

1. Majestic Crumbly Cheese

For lovers of old cheese, a real Dutch crumbly cheese is the absolute pinnacle. Ripened for years, salty, and breaks into robust pieces full of protein crystals.

2. Jersey Old Wisdom

Made from 100% organic Jersey milk. Despite a long ripening process, this cheese melts exceptionally buttery soft on the tongue, combined with deep caramel notes.

3. Exclusive Truffle Cheese

The combination of Dutch dairy and Italian luxury. The earthy notes of the truffle infuse the cheese during ripening for a true star-quality experience.

Assembling the perfect luxury cheese board

With the most exclusive Dutch cheeses, you can easily create a cheese board that your guests will talk about for a long time. Take the cheeses out of the fridge at least an hour before serving so the complex aromas are released. Combine an old crumbly cheese with a soft, creamy goat cheese and a striking truffle cheese for the perfect balance. Serve with fig chutney, roasted pecans, and a sturdy red wine or classic Tawny Port.