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We have a full counter of cheese in our shop in Pangbourne so you can still come in and purchase items in store

A picture of a wedge of Tintern Cheese. It looks magnificent in its green wax and is positioned on a rustic, wooden table

Tintern Cheese

Price range: £2.90 through £17.40

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Tintern is a real gem of a Welsh cheese; creamy cheddar, shallots, chives and onions all in one. It’s got a lovely firm texture and those green flecks make it stand out on any cheeseboard. Whether you’re enjoying it with a glass of cider, melting it into a toastie, or tossing it into a salad, Tintern brings a little bit of Welsh magic to the table.
  • Cow’s milk cheese
  • Abergavenny, Wales
  • Medium
  • Pasteurised milk
  • Vegetarian rennet
  • Available in wedges or pre order a whole wheel
Description

Description

Tintern Cheese

About Tintern

Tintern cheese is one of those Welsh cheeses that always draws me in, both for its creamy cheddar base and that unmistakable aroma of onions and chives. It’s named after the beautiful Tintern Abbey in Monmouthshire, a place I’ve visited and can highly recommend if you’re ever in the area. There’s something about the way the green flecks of the chives run through the cheese that makes it just as lovely to look at as it is to eat, and you can really taste the care and tradition of Welsh cheesemaking in every bite.

Tintern cheese has found fans far beyond Wales, and it’s not hard to see why. It really does bring a little of the Wye Valley’s charm and the history of Tintern Abbey to your plate.

Tintern – Jen’s Tasting Notes

The cheddar base used to make Tintern is rich and creamy, with that little tang I always look for in a good Welsh cheddar. The pickled onions bring a real flavour hit. The strength and sweetness of pickled onions with the creamy richness of the cheese creates a lovely mouthfeel. The chives bring a lovely freshness and a bit of zing, which really lifts the creamy cheddar.

 

How to Serve and Pair Tintern
  • Make sure you take it out of the fridge a good hour before you want to eat it so it can come up to room temperature.
  • Classic pairings: Since Wales is known for its apple orchards and cider production, a dry Welsh cider is a natural pairing. The cider’s crisp acidity cuts through the richness of the cheese
  • Something a little different: If you prefer red wine, a light-bodied red, such as Pinot Noir, would work well. Its fruity notes complement the flavours without overpowering the cheese’s flavours.
  • On the plate: For me, Tintern is at its best with a chunk of good bread or a few crackers. Something rustic, like a baguette or a slice of whole wheat sourdough, really lets the cheese shine
  • In the kitchen: Try crumbling it over a salad with leafy greens – I like to throw in some walnuts or dried cranberries and a splash of vinaigrette for good measure.

 

Jen’s note: Although Tintern cheese is a relatively new face in the world of Welsh cheese, its name has a long history, dating back to Tintern Abbey, which has stood on the River Wye since 1131. If you’ve ever been, you’ll know it’s one of the most stunning places in the UK, surrounded by rolling green hills and steeped in history. It’s easy to see why local cheesemakers wanted to capture a little of that magic in a cheese.

 

Buying Tintern
  • Brand or Producer: Croome Cuisine
  • Product name: Tintern
  • Milk: Cow
  • Country: Wales
  • Region: Abergavenny
  • Strength: Medium
  • Vegetarian: Yes
  • Suitable for pregnancy: Yes
  • Allergens: MILK

 

Sizes and Prices

  • 100g wedge, £2.90
  • 500g wedge, £14.50
  • Whole wheel (approx. 1.6kg), available to pre-order

 

Storage Advice

  • Keep refrigerated
  • Wrap in waxed paper or cling film
  • Remove from the fridge before serving
  • Consume within 10 to 14 days of opening

 

Delivery and Collection

  • UK wide courier delivery
  • Click and collect from our Pangbourne shop
  • Free local delivery available for selected postcodes

 

 

Ingredients (Allergens are listed in capitals)

Welsh Cheddar Cheese (92.9%) (MILK, starter cultures, rennet, salt), Pickled Onion (6.5%) (silver skin onions, spirit vinegar, water, glucose-fructose syrup, salt, sugar, antioxidant ascorbic acid, citric acid, sodium METABISULPHITE, natural flavouring), Chives (0.2%), Shallot (0.2%), Potassium Sorbate

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Christmas Opening Hours

Normal opening Monday – Saturday 9am – 4pm until:

Sunday 22nd 9am – 4pm
Monday 23rd 9am – 4pm
Christmas Eve 9am – 12pm
Christmas Day Closed
Boxing Day Closed
Friday 27th Closed
Saturday 28th 9am – 4pm
Sunday 29th Closed
Monday 30th 9am – 2pm
Tuesday 31st 9am – 2pm
New Year’s Day Closed
Thursday 2nd January Closed
Friday 3rd 9am – 4pm then open as normal

After Christmas our courier delivery slots start from 8th January.