blue · cow milk · United Kingdom · $$$

Shropshire Blue

A sharp, bold bite, with a pungent aroma.

Attribute scores

meltability 6/10

sharpness 8/10

creaminess 6/10

firmness 3/10

pungency 8/10

Best cheese wine pairing

Pair Shropshire Blue with a sweet wine like Port, Sauternes, or a late-harvest Riesling — its pungency (8) and salty intensity need a sweet wine to counterbalance rather than compete.

Substitutes for Shropshire Blue

Bleu d'Auvergne a very close match across the board Stilton cheese similar overall, but more pungency Gorgonzola similar overall, but more pungency Roquefort cheese similar overall, but more pungency Fourme d'Ambert similar overall, but less sharpness Danish Blue similar overall, but more pungency