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S P E C I A LT Y C H E E S E S 39 Sartori Espresso BellaVitano The cheese features a rich and creamy texture with taste that is reminiscent of an aged, premium Wisconsin Cheddar balanced by a full-flavored Parmesan. This BellaVitano is hand- rubbed with freshly roasted espresso, creating a truly unique flavor, delicious for anytime between breakfast and dessert. The cheese has won several awards including, • 2010, 2008 – Wisconsin State Fair, Second Place • 2010 – World Cheese Awards, Bronze Medal Sartori Basil and Olive Oil Asiago Basil with Asiago is a timeless match. At least six months of careful aging prepares the Asiago wheels to be hand-rubbed with basil and extra- virgin olive oil for a unique flavor. The cheese has won awards including- • 2010, 2008 – Wisconsin State Fair, Second Place • 2010 – World Cheese Awards, Bronze Medal Belgioioso Asiago Firm and smooth, this cheese that is crafted in Wisconsin, has a warm yellow appearance accompanied by a sweet, nutty flavor. Sourced from raw cow’s milk, the cheese has been aged five months and is completely gluten- and rBST- free. The cheese has won several awards including, • 2012 – American Cheese Society (1st Place) Best of Class • 1995, 1993 – U.S. Championship Cheese Contest (1st Place) Best of Class Sartori Gold BellaVitano This rich, creamy cheese with its nutty, fruity flavor is also a celebrated gold-medal winner. Inspired by traditional, Italian farmstead cheese, BellaVitano Gold begins in taste like a premium Parmesan and finishes in award-winning style with hints of melted butter. The cheese has won awards including, • 2018 – International Cheese Awards, Best USA Cheese • 2017 – World Cheese Awards, Super Gold THE UNITED STATES PRODUCES A QUARTER OF THE WORLD’S CHEESE OUTPUT AND PART OF IT INCLUDES SPECIALTY CHEESE-MAKING Shullsburg Cranberry Chipotle Cheddar The cheddar is made the traditional way- milling and salting the curd and is then enhanced with Wisconsin Cranberries and imported Chipotle Peppers. After proper curing, this cheese stands alone with its delectable flavor profile of Smokey pepper and sweet/sour cranberries all supported by a smooth aged Cheddar cheese. This cheese pairs well with sweet red or white grape, dry sausage or also enjoyable on its own. Shullsburg Colby Jack A true blend of real Monterey jack, invented in Monterey California at the turn of the century (1900-1920) and real Colby cheese, first made in Colby Wisconsin in 1870. Colby Jack is great alone or with fruit, nuts, olives, all grape, bread, and any sandwich combination. It also melts well on hot dishes. J JULY-SEPTEMBER U LY- S E P T E M B E 2019 R 2019 F OOD B USINESS G ULF & IDDLE E AST FOOD BUSINESS GULF & M MIDDLE EAST