Y Fenni
Apparently named after the local name for the Welsh town of Abbergavenny, Y Fenni (pronounced ee-venny) is a Cheddar with added ale and whole mustard grains, giving it a striking yellow and brown polka dot appearance.
- Y Fenni
Though the cheese itself is fairly standard “supermarket Cheddar” like, the ale and mustard grains give it an interesting tang and bite. It has the richness of the mustard flavour without the spicy “heat”. Also strangely enjoyable is the way the mustard grains “pop” when you bite into them.
This cheese would make a good sandwich cheese.
This evening, we found it especially enjoyable eaten with walnut bread.
Purchased from Tesco cheese counter.
Reviewed by Nick & Olympia, 2012
(3/5)