Experience the liquid gold rush from the hills of San Francisco with Wagon Wheel, a versatile, snackable cheese at its glory when melted down and forged into your favorite meal. Born from the sunshine of California’s rolling golden hills, Wagon Wheel is our most versatile and snackable cheese. At room temperature, it’s approachable and delicious. When melted, we call it Liquid Gold.

STYLE
Versatile large format, washed rind, aged minimum of 75 days

MILK SOURCE
Organic, single source, forage-based, milk from Straus Family Creamery (Tresch Farms - Sonoma)

FLAVOR PROFILE
As a snack, delicate and nutty. When melted, it’s liquid gold: Salted brown butter, heavy cream, roasted leeks, roasted garlic

PAIRINGS

• Beer-friendly, also try Saison
• Rich Chardonnay, Rhone Blends
• Teas with tannins & toasty notes like Hojicha (roasted green tea)
• Cooked starches (Pasta, Potatoes, Grilled Bread)
• Tangy partners (Pickles, etc.)

MILK & RENNET TYPE
Pasteurized cow's milk, traditional rennet (non-vegetarian)

INGREDIENTS
Organic pasteurized cow’s milk, salt, cultures & enzymes.

Designed by chefs for chefs (originally on Zuni Cafe’s pizza menu), Wagon Wheel is forged from organic cow’s milk supplied by Tresch Family Dairy (part of Straus Family Creamery) and aged for a minimum of 3 months as 15-pound wheels.

Wagon Wheel’s rosy-hued rind surrounds a delightfully supple center. Flavors of chicken broth, brown butter, and cream make it a winner for both well seasoned palates and new cheese fans. It’s also easy to pair to a variety of beer.