fresh · cow milk · Brazil · $

Minas cheese

A smooth texture, with melts decently.

Attribute scores

meltability 4/10

sharpness 2/10

creaminess 6/10

firmness 3/10

pungency 1/10

Best cheese wine pairing

Pair Minas cheese with a light Italian white like Pinot Grigio, or Prosecco for something sweeter — a mild, milky cheese (creaminess 6) wants a light pour that won't overwhelm it.

Substitutes for Minas cheese

Tvorog similar overall, but less sharpness Leipäjuusto similar overall, but less sharpness Mizithra similar overall, but less meltability Brunost similar overall, but less meltability Ricotta similar overall, but more creaminess Panela similar overall, but less meltability