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Our Cheese Collection

Every wheel, every wedge, every slice tells the story of our West Cork pastures. Explore our full range of handcrafted artisan cheeses, each made with care and aged to perfection on our family farm.

Crafted with Passion

Eight Distinctive Varieties, One Unwavering Standard 🧀

Our collection has grown organically over the past twelve years, with each new variety emerging from experimentation, patience, and a deep respect for traditional cheesemaking methods. We never rush the process or cut corners. Every cheese in our range uses milk from our own herd of grass-fed Friesian and Jersey cows, guaranteeing traceability and freshness that simply cannot be replicated in industrial production.

From the robust complexity of our eighteen-month aged Cork Reserve to the delicate, mushroom-scented creaminess of our Meadow Bloom, the Vinatrex collection offers something for every palate. Our cheeses are available directly from our farm shop in Clonakilty, at selected farmers markets across Munster, and through our online shop with delivery throughout Ireland. We also supply a growing number of restaurants, delicatessens, and speciality food retailers who share our commitment to quality Irish produce.

Browse below to find your perfect cheese. Each product description includes tasting notes, pairing suggestions, and details of the ageing process so you know exactly what you are getting.

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aged Irish farmhouse cheddar cheese wheel with deep golden rind cracked texture showing crystalline interior
Flagship Aged 18mo

Cork Reserve

€12.50

Hard Aged Cheddar · 200g Wedge

Our flagship cheese and the one that started it all. This robust cheddar is aged for a full eighteen months in our underground cellars, where the cool, consistent conditions allow it to develop extraordinary depth. The paste is firm and slightly crumbly, with a golden hue and occasional calcium crystals that add a pleasant crunch. On the palate, expect bold savoury notes layered with subtle caramel sweetness and a long, clean finish.

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Full-bodied red wine Irish craft stout Apple chutney Oatcakes
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soft ripened Irish brie cheese with white bloomy rind cut to reveal oozing creamy paste on wooden board
Popular Soft Ripened

Meadow Bloom

€9.75

Soft Ripened · 150g Round

A luscious brie-style cheese crafted exclusively from our richest Jersey milk. The downy white rind conceals an interior that ripens from the outside in, progressing from a chalky centre to a gloriously oozing creaminess near the rind. The flavour is gentle yet complex, with notes of cultivated mushroom, fresh cream, and a whisper of hazelnut. At room temperature, the paste becomes beautifully spreadable and aromatic.

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Crusty sourdough Fig preserves Champagne Walnuts
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wedge of Irish blue cheese with bold blue green veining on dark slate with honey drizzle
Bold Blue Vein

Atlantic Blue

€14.00

Blue Vein · 180g Wedge

Inspired by the untamed spirit of the West Cork coastline, our Atlantic Blue is a cheese of striking character. Penicillium roqueforti cultures are introduced during production and allowed to develop over a three-month ageing period. The result is a creamy, fudgy paste shot through with dramatic veins of blue-green mould. The flavour is assertive but well balanced: spicy and mineral on the tongue, mellowed by a sweet, buttery richness from the high-fat Jersey milk.

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Port wine Local honey Pear slices Pecan bread
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smoked artisan cheese with dark amber rind sliced to show pale golden interior on cutting board with smoke wisps
Smoked Aged 6mo

Oakwood Smoke

€11.25

Cold-Smoked Semi-Hard · 200g Wedge

After six months of ageing, our semi-hard cheese is cold-smoked over sustainably sourced Irish oak chips for forty-eight hours. The smoking process imparts a warm, woody sweetness that beautifully complements the buttery, nutty character of the underlying cheese. The rind develops a distinctive deep amber colour and earthy aroma, while the interior remains smooth and supple with a golden glow. This is a wonderfully versatile cheese, equally at home on a cheeseboard or melted into hearty winter dishes.

Pairing Suggestions

Smoked meats Wholegrain mustard Irish whiskey Sourdough toast
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washed rind artisan cheese with orange sticky rind and creamy soft interior on rustic cloth
Washed Rind

Bantry Wash

€13.50

Washed Rind Soft · 160g Round

Named after the nearby Bantry Bay, this is our boldest soft cheese. During its eight-week maturation, each round is washed by hand three times per week with a brine solution, encouraging the development of the characteristic sticky, orange-hued rind. The aroma is assertive and earthy, but the flavour is surprisingly nuanced: savoury, meaty, and rich with a smooth, yielding paste that develops a slight tang as it matures further. A cheese for those who appreciate intensity.

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Belgian-style ale Rye bread Pickled onions Gewürztraminer
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Mild Aged 4mo

Clonakilty Mild

€8.50

Young Cheddar · 250g Block

Our most approachable cheese, aged for just four months to preserve a gentle, milky sweetness that appeals to all ages. The texture is smooth, supple, and easy to slice, making it ideal for everyday use in sandwiches, salads, and cooking. Beneath the mildness there is genuine character: a clean, grassy flavour that reflects the quality of our pasture-fed milk. Many families tell us this cheese has replaced their usual supermarket option entirely.

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Fresh bread Tomato soup Light white wine Grapes
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Herbed Fresh

Heather Herb

€7.95

Fresh Herbed · 125g Pot

A bright, tangy fresh cheese blended with a hand-picked selection of herbs grown in our own kitchen garden: chives, dill, and flat-leaf parsley, finished with cracked black pepper. The base is a smooth, lactic curd with a mousse-like lightness that makes it incredibly versatile. Spread it on warm toast for breakfast, dollop it onto baked potatoes, or use it as a vibrant dip for crudités. Best enjoyed within two weeks of purchase for peak freshness and herb intensity.

Pairing Suggestions

Warm toast Smoked salmon Sauvignon Blanc Crackers
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gouda style Irish cheese wheel with waxed rind deep golden interior with small eyes on wooden shelf
New Aged 10mo

Drombeg Gold

€13.00

Gouda-Style Semi-Hard · 200g Wedge

Named after the ancient Drombeg stone circle near our farm, this gouda-inspired cheese is our newest addition. Aged for ten months under a protective wax coating, it develops a dense, smooth paste with small scattered eyes. The flavour is butterscotch-sweet with a fudge-like quality and a slight crystalline crunch from natural amino acid development. A cheese that bridges Irish and Dutch traditions, it has quickly become popular at markets and in our farm shop since its introduction last spring.

Pairing Suggestions

Dark chocolate Dried apricots Aged sherry Seeded crackers
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Perfect Gifts

Curated Cheese Hampers 🎁

Looking for a special gift for a cheese lover? Our curated hampers bring together the finest selections from our collection, beautifully presented in reusable wooden boxes lined with natural straw. Each hamper includes tasting notes and pairing suggestions so the recipient can make the most of every variety.

We offer three hamper sizes to suit different occasions and budgets. The Discovery Box features three cheeses for those new to Vinatrex. The Connoisseur Collection includes five varieties with complementary accompaniments. Our Grand Farmstead Hamper presents the full range of eight cheeses alongside artisan crackers, local honey, and handmade chutney from a neighbouring farm.

€28 Discovery Box 3 Cheeses
€52 Connoisseur 5 Cheeses + Extras
€85 Grand Farmstead 8 Cheeses + Full Hamper
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Expert Advice

Storage & Serving Tips 🍽️

Getting the most from artisan cheese means treating it with a little extra care. Follow these simple guidelines to enjoy every variety at its best.

Temperature

Store all our cheeses in the warmest part of your fridge, typically the vegetable drawer, between 4°C and 8°C. Remove cheeses from the fridge at least 30 minutes before serving to allow their full flavour and aroma to develop at room temperature.

Wrapping

Wrap cut cheeses in wax paper or beeswax wraps rather than cling film, which traps moisture and can cause ammonia build-up. If you do not have specialist cheese paper, parchment paper placed inside a loosely sealed plastic bag works well for short-term storage.

Cutting

Use a separate knife for each cheese to avoid mixing flavours, especially when serving blue alongside milder varieties. For our Cork Reserve and Drombeg Gold, a firm, flat-bladed knife works best. For Meadow Bloom, use a thin wire cutter or cheese knife with holes.

Serving Order

When presenting a mixed cheeseboard, arrange from mildest to strongest and encourage guests to taste in that order. Start with Clonakilty Mild or Heather Herb, move through Meadow Bloom and Drombeg Gold, then finish with Cork Reserve, Oakwood Smoke, and Atlantic Blue.

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Order directly from our farm for the freshest possible cheese. We dispatch every Monday and Wednesday, with insulated packaging to ensure your cheese arrives in perfect condition anywhere in Ireland.