Esperanza del Castillo

Tired of supermarket like manchego’s? Esperanza del Castillo will make you fall in love with this amazing cheese.

About

Esperanza del Castillo is a distinguished family-owned company that has been crafting exceptional cheeses since its establishment in 1952. Located near the town of Pulgar, in the scenic Montes de Toledo district, the company benefits from the rich pasture lands and the local breed of Manchega sheep, which are integral to the production of their renowned cheeses.

Esperanza del Castillo’s flagship cheese is cured for a minimum of 9 months, achieving a richly flavoured caramel taste that is both delicious and addictive. This exquisite flavour profile has not gone unnoticed in the culinary world; the cheese has earned Gold Medals at the World Cheese Awards for two consecutive years, 2017-18 and 2018-19, underscoring its exceptional quality and appeal.

Commitment to Quality and Sustainability

What sets Esperanza del Castillo apart is their unwavering commitment to controlling the entire production process, ensuring quality and authenticity from start to finish. They employ local expertise and traditional tools that have been used since the company’s founding. Notable practices include covering the cheese with cloth during the maturation process and using extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) to wash the rind, techniques that enhance the cheese's flavour and texture while honouring the past's artisanal methods.

Esperanza del Castillo nutty aged Manchego is one of the highlights of our range of cheeses.

David, Founder of Mevalco

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