Lambda Torta
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49,00 € (IVA incl.)
Extremely creamy, Lambda Torta is an exceptional choice for those seeking a unique tasting experience with a sweet, surprising touch. This gourmet semi-cured cheese is hand-crafted to take center stage on any cheese board.
Characteristics and Details
What is it like?
Lambda Torta is a highly creamy washed-rind cheese with a yogurt-like core that develops a sweetness reminiscent of a fine cheesecake. Its soft, supple texture makes it effortless to cut and perfect for spreading.
What does it taste like?
As it evolves, the rind develops distinct notes of leather and vegetal undertones. Its maturation perfectly balances creaminess with structural integrity, resulting in a more developed, lingering flavor profile.
How is it made?
This cheese is washed in a light brine to cultivate the rind and enhance its inner creaminess. The process achieves a perfect harmony between primary flavors, balanced acidity, and complex secondary aromas.
Recommended pairing
While Lambda Torta has a clear personality, it is never overpowering. It pairs elegantly with crunchy breadsticks or fig jam. For a perfect drink pairing, we recommend a crisp Fino wine.
Classification
Aging Time
Aging time sets the rhythm of the cheese. It defines its intensity, structure, moisture, and aromatic depth. The longer the aging, the more structure and complexity the cheese gains. In our range you will find:
- Soft Cheese: Minimum aging of 7 days. Soft texture with lactic, fresh, and mild flavor. Ideal for those seeking lightness and creaminess.
- Semi-Cured Cheese: Minimum aging of 35 days (20 days for wheels ≤1.5 kg). Balances creaminess and firmness, with a more developed and persistent flavor.
- Cured Cheese: Minimum aging of 105 days (45 days for wheels ≤1.5 kg). Firm, drier texture with notes of nuts, caramel, and aromatic complexity.
Texture
Directly linked to moisture content, texture affects how the cheese is cut and the experience on the palate. We classify our cheeses as:
- Soft Paste: Cheeses with an unctuous, melting texture, perfect for those seeking a creamy, buttery sensation.
- Semi-Soft Paste: More flexible and elastic, retains moisture and offers an enveloping, smooth texture that is easy to cut or spread.
- Pressed Paste: Denser, more structured cheeses obtained by pressing the curd to remove whey. The texture is firm, somewhat granular in longer aging, and allows deeper flavor development. This category includes everything from Manchego to long-aged cured cheeses.
Rind Type
The rind adds flavor, aroma, and texture to the cheese. Depending on how it is treated, it influences the final personality of each piece. At Quesos de Hualdo, we work with three types:
- Mold-Ripened Rind: During aging, a velvety mold develops that provides vegetal, floral, or earthy notes and an even creamier texture.
- Washed Rind: Regularly washed with solutions such as brine or extra virgin olive oil. This encourages the development of beneficial bacteria that generate spicy, toasted, or animal aromas.
- Natural Rind: Evolves without external treatments. Time and environmental conditions determine its final flavor, with rustic and deep notes.
Intensity
Sensory intensity is determined by time, technique, and aging. We measure intensity on a scale of 1 to 3:
- Low (1): Mild, lactic, fresh cheeses. Ideal for beginners or palates seeking delicacy.
- Medium (2): Balance between flavor, acidity, and secondary aromas. With personality, but not overpowering.
- High (3): Powerful, structured, and persistent. Cheeses with long aging and active rinds, designed for those seeking depth.
Baja (1)
Media (2)
Alta (3)
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Awards and Recognition
Quesos de Hualdo offer superior quality that has made them a benchmark in the industry. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the recognition of our cheeses among the best in the world.
