Week #16 - Tomme Crayeuse - (french cow's milk)

This natural cheese, right from the cow, is both creamy and slightly crumbly, depending on how close to the rind you are. Very flavorful and earthy, with a slight reminiscence of goat cheese even though it's...right from the cow.

Brucie Cheese gives it a .... 8.9. Anything deserving a 9.0 must be "exemplary."
Sunnie Cheese gives it a...9.2. Apparently Sunnie thinks it's exemplary.

Week #15 - Robusto (Holland)

This semi-hard, flaky cheese has a slightly gritty texture similar to that of Gruyere. It has a rich, nutty flavor, with a bold lingering finish. Very tasty. Pairs perfectly with Prager Port and Pway.

Brucie Cheese gives it a......9.6!
Sunny Cheese gives it a.......9.7!

Week #14 Bosina

Brucie Cheese and Sunny Cheese return after a respite.

This Italian cheese is made from the milks of both cow and sheep, as pictured on the label. It is an extremely creamy and soft cheese with a tender natural rind. Has a slightly sweet flavor, light, with a sheep finish.

Brucie Cheese gives it an....8!
Sunny Cheese gives it an.....8.9!

Will these two ever agree?
They agree to disagree and eat more cheese.

Week #12 - Irish Swiss

This enjoyable...sweet buttery Swiss comes from...Ireland! Kerrygold has all the good qualities of a swiss without that sometimes tangy sourness that other "Swiss" cheeses have. We coupled this cheese with Wheat Thins and an Italian Chianti. This is not your typical holey cheese. With this cheese - you get your full value.

What do our tasters have to say?
Brucie Cheese gives it a...8.5
Sunnie Cheese gives it a...8.5

Note: On Sunnie Cheese's fantastic recommendation, we tried this cheese melted on Garlic Bread. Well, let me tell you...It was superb ! And, it pairs quite well with a Dolphin victory !

Week #11 - Danish Blue Cheese

Where do we begin?

This fantastically creamy blue cheese not only starts out with a bold exciting flavor - it also finishes beautifully. Because of its slightly nutty undertone, it couples exceedingly well with a red wine - our wine of choice, a Cabernet. As a side note, it is extremely inexpensive. Quite simply - a great cheese at a great price.

Brucie Cheese gives it a .... 9.8! His highest rating ever.
Sunny Cheese gives it a ..... 8.75.

Update ! Please go to the Saga week for an important Sunny add-on...

Week #10 - Queso Clara (Spanish Goat Cheese)

Slightly crumbly, dry, with a slight tang. Semi-hard. Not overwhelming in any way - it's just cheese.

This raw cheese is aptly named, because it leaves a barren earthy taste in the mouth. Not necessarily a bad taste, just not very distinguishing.

And by the way, we do think a cheese can play ping pong with our palates.

Brucie Cheese gives it....6.5
Sunny Cheese gives it.....6

Week #9--La Corte

This as a 3 milk cheese-cow, goat, and sheep-from the Piedmont region of Italy. It is a medium to light flavored cheese which pairs very well with a nice baguette. Very smooth finish, it starts out with a goat flavor, and finishes with a slight sheep saltiness. Superb.

Brucie cheese gives it a.....9
Sunny cheese gives it a....9.7 ! (Highest rating ever...)

Week #8 - Saga

This cheese is a mix of a Camembert and a Blue, and very tasty. It is somewhat creamier than most blues. Smooth, yet pungent. The blue taste is pronounced, but not overwhelming. Could be used in salads with a vinaigrette dressing.

Sunny Cheese gives it a .....9.5
Brucie Cheese gives it an ...8.5

A Sunny Cheese update - Sept 17 - since trying the Danish Blue Cheese, she has decided that the Danish is better than the Saga and would like to alter the rating for Saga to an 8.0. She knows not what she was thinking on that particular Saga day.

Week #7 - Goat Brie (Soignon)

Fromage de chevre.
A brie like consistency. Subtle and smooth at first. With a stronger more pronounced finish than just regular brie. A distinct goat cheese tang that is very enjoyable.

Brucie Cheese gives it a ....an 8.5
Sunny Cheese gives it a.......a 9.5

Week #6 - Taleggio

Quite disturbing. Take a diaper. Bury it for several days. Upon unearthing it, you will have approached, but not reached, the putrid aroma and taste of this "Cheese." Creates worm eating face...A must miss!

Tasters give it...a 0.5 (only because they went through the trouble of making a label and shipping it over here).

Update - Sept 13 - I was at a cocktail lounge in the L.E.S. over the weekend - and found this on the menu...as an avid cheese lover, I opted out of ordering this dish. I need more time after week #6's experience before allowing myself to try this cheese again.

Week #5 - Chevre

This classic French Goat Cheese is superb. Soft and crumbly. This flavor is delightful, but not overpowering. Perfect on both cracker and baguette. Also melts well in everything and great in salads.

Tasters give it....a 9.

Week #4 - Gruyere (Imported Swiss)

A slightly salty and some what gritty texture with a nutty finish. Awesome flavor. Perfect for French Onion Soup. Grows on you.

Tasters give it...a 9.

Week #3 - Asiago (soft)

A semi-firm Italian cheese with a distinct milky flavor. Slightly crumbly with a soft finish.

Tasters give it....an 8.

Week #2 - St. Andre

Another creamy French cheese. Triple cream. Ultra tasty and mild. With a smooth finish. Superb.

Tasters give it....a 9.5 - the highest rating to date.

Week #1 - Brie - Classic French.

Creamy and smooth with a semi sharp taste.
Liked by all...who doesn't like brie?

Brucie Cheese gives it....an 8
Sunny Cheese gives it.....an 8

Meet Your Tasters

Brucie Cheese - a cheese lover from day one...taught by his mom to appreciate all sorts of cheeses and continues to search for the perfect cheese...to this day.

Sunny Cheese - a cheese lover from day two...on the prowl for the perfect cheese...but only with the accompaniment of her favorite cheese taster...Brucie Cheese.