{"product_id":"sparkenhoe-red-leicester-10kg","title":"Traditional Sparkenhoe Red Leicester","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"e52dd35f-0b7f-48be-a0a8-554f19171228\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eBritain Artisan Revival \u003cspan class=\"text-token-text-primary font-semibold\"\u003eLeicestershire Handmade Cheese Company\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"698\"\u003eSparkenhoe Red Leicester is a bold revival of Englands traditional farmhouse Red Leicester, produced by the Clarke family at their farm-dairy. The cheese is made using raw (unpasteurised) cows milk, cloth-bound and matured in the old style, making it one of the few authentic examples of its type left.\u003cbr data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"606\"\u003eEvery wheel reflects decades of farming heritage and a return to local cheesemaking craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"703\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"726\"\u003eFlavour Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"966\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"792\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eNutty, mellow savoury base with a hint of sweet citrus tang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"872\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"872\"\u003eDeep orange-red paste (from natural annatto) delivering warmth and colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"966\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"966\"\u003eFirm yet crumbly texture that melts and flakes, especially in the more matured versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"971\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003eOn tasting, the cheese opens with approachable nutty sweetness, evolving into a tangy citrus finish that lingers. The texture gives way to a satisfying crumb-and-melt effect, especially as you chew: the bright orange-red hue and cloth-bound rind add character you wont find in mass-market Leicesters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003ePairing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eA good full-bodied ale (brown or amber) complements the nutty and sweet tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003eMedium-bodied red wine (like a red or a mature Pinot Noir) works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eFor white, a slightly oaked Chardonnay will highlight the sweetness and citrus notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003eOn the board: pair with simple rye crackers, cornichons or chutney (stone-fruit based) and roasted hazelnuts for texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003eMilk Source\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eMade from raw (unpasteurised) milk from Holstein-Friesian (and possibly other breeds) cows on the Clarkes farm at \u003cspan class=\"text-token-text-primary font-semibold\"\u003eSparkenhoe Farm\u003c\/span\u003e, Upton, Leicestershire. The milk is pumped directly from the parlour into the cheese vat each morning at roughly 4 am.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003eHeritage \u0026amp; Herd\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2345\"\u003eSparkenhoe is the name of the farm, and historically of the land area (\"hundred\") in which the farm sits. The Clarkes revived the traditional style of Red Leicester which had largely disappeared, starting production in 2005.\u003cbr data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003eTheir commitment to craft, heritage and place makes this cheese a true artisan icon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003eMaturation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2547\"\u003eCloth-bound and matured for \u003cstrong data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2420\"\u003eat least six months\u003c\/strong\u003e on beech shelves. Some versions are matured for much longer (12-18+ months) to produce a vintage style with deeper flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2552\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2554\" data-end=\"2572\"\u003ePresentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003eLarge wheel: traditional sizes quoted at 22 lbs and 44 lbs (≈10-20 kg) for whole wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2667\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2669\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003eDeep orange-red paste, cloth-bound rind giving a rustic artisan look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2745\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2747\" data-end=\"2773\"\u003eShelf Life \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2774\" data-end=\"3052\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2774\" data-end=\"2797\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2776\" data-end=\"2797\"\u003eStore refrigerated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2798\" data-end=\"2871\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2800\" data-end=\"2871\"\u003eBest served at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2835\"\u003eroom temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e to unlock full flavour and aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2872\" data-end=\"2983\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"2983\"\u003eIdeal as a centrepiece for cheeseboards stand it alongside more mild cheeses to appreciate its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2984\" data-end=\"3052\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2986\" data-end=\"3052\"\u003eOnce cut, wrap well and consume within 12 weeks for best quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3054\" data-end=\"3057\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3093\"\u003eIngredients \u0026amp; Allergy Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3094\" data-end=\"3291\"\u003ePasteurised? No this is made with \u003cstrong data-start=\"3130\" data-end=\"3164\"\u003eraw (unpasteurised) cows milk\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3169\"\u003eIngredients: Cows milk, salt, cultures, animal rennet, annatto (natural colour)\u003cbr data-start=\"3249\" data-end=\"3252\"\u003eAllergy advice: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3268\" data-end=\"3291\"\u003eContains Cows Milk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3293\" data-end=\"3296\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3298\" data-end=\"3321\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3322\" data-end=\"3363\"\u003eUnited Kingdom Leicestershire, England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3368\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; letter-spacing: 0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Amici Fine Foods","offers":[{"title":"100g - $14.99","offer_id":53254765609267,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g - $26.99","offer_id":53254765642035,"sku":null,"price":26.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300g - $39.99","offer_id":53254765674803,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g Entertaining - $64.99","offer_id":53254765707571,"sku":null,"price":64.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg - $129","offer_id":53254765740339,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0907\/9698\/2579\/files\/unnamed.jpg?v=1780200499","url":"https:\/\/finefoodstoyou.com.au\/products\/sparkenhoe-red-leicester-10kg","provider":"Fine Foods To You","version":"1.0","type":"link"}