Gleann Oir
This rugged looking cheese from Tipperary, covered with white mould flecked with yellow may look a little off-putting to all but the ardent cheese buff. It is, however, one of those cheeses that may convert those that turn their noses up based on appearances.
Gleann Oir
The strong smell of ammonia given off by its gnarled rind, some may also find offensive, but it is worth persevering.
The pinkish, grey interior is soft and waxy with very little smell, just a gentle hint of goat.
It has a delicate, very pleasing flavour a bit like Morbier with a wonderful nuttyness and farmyard flavour. Wine brings out the goatiness which, otherwise would not be apparent. All together a very satisfying experience.
Purchased from Cheese Please, Lewes.
Reviewed by Nick & Olympia, 2012
(4.5/5)