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6 The Cheese Guide M E E T T H E C H E E S E M A K E R S — A S P E C I A L A D V E R T I S I N G S E C T I O N BelGioioso Cheese, Inc. is pleased to introduce three new items that meet consumer's needs for individual sized, portion-controlled snacks. "Following on the heels of our enormously popular Fresh Mozzarella Snacking Cheese, we decided to expand the line to include a Fontina Snacking Cheese," states Sean Moran, Vice President of Sales. "At just 70 calories, its mild, buttery flavor truly brings a smile with every bite." In addition to the Fontina Snacking Cheese, BelGioioso has created a 3-ounce Mini Mascarpone™ cup designed for freshness and convenience and a 5-ounce Mini Ricotta™ single- serve cup. "The Mini Mascarpone and Mini Ricotta are petite-sized cups of our all-natural, award- winning cheeses, offering freshness, convenience and portion control for the consumer," Moran says. "The cheese is packed with protein and calcium and offers a healthier alternative to traditional snacks." As with all BelGioioso cheeses, the new offerings are made using traditional Italian cheese making methods. They are all natural, rBST free, gluten free and contain no gums or fillers. The Mini Mascarpone cups are a perfect size for a healthier spread option, with each serving at nearly half the calories of butter. The Mini Ricotta cups provide an individual serving of 16 grams of protein and 60 percent of the daily value in calcium. They're packaged for use as a single-serve breakfast option with fresh fruit and granola, or as a fresh, creamy dip for vegetables. Each mini portion of the Fontina Snacking Cheese is full of flavor and has only 70 calories. Individual packages are printed with the BelGioioso signature snacking smile logo. Protein continues to be top of mind for consumers in relation to satiety, weight management and sustained energy, with 51 percent of consumers seeking out protein rich snacks for their daily diets. With the key drivers of snacking occasions being time, convenience, health, portion control and exploration, BelGioioso new Snacking and Mini protein rich cheeses provide a delicious and flavorful snack choice. The 70-calorie Fontina Snacking Cheese contains three cubes, packaged into individual 0 . 7 5 - o u n c e packages and available in 6-ounce retail bags packed 10 per case. The 3- ounce Mini Mascarpone cups are packed 18 cups per case, while the 5-ounce Mini Ricotta cups are packed 12 per case. BelGioioso Cheese is a family-owned and operated company specializing in artisan Italian cheesemaking. Using only natural ingredients and fresh, local Wisconsin milk, Master Cheesemakers hand- craft a full line of exceptional cheeses guided by a commitment to quality and a respect for tradition. At BelGioioso, every cheese is a specialty. BelGioioso www.belgioioso.com/secret BelGioioso Introduces New Snacking Fontina, Mini Mascarpone and Mini Ricotta In 1991 Roth ® began creating high quality specialty cheeses in Monroe, Wisconsin, an area known for having ideal conditions for cheese production. Using traditional techniques reflective of a strong Swiss heritage, Roth became one of the pioneers of the artisanal cheese movement in America. The first creation was called Grand Cru ® , a term used in the wine and beer world to denote superior quality, often related to a specific terroir. The very best Grand Cru cheeses were called Surchoix, meaning top choice or the best of the best. Hard work paid off when Grand Cru Surchoix became a World Champion at the 2016 World Cheese Awards. This marked the first time since 1988 that a cheese made in the U.S. had won the World Championship Cheese Contest. Out of a record 2,948 entries from 23 countries and 31 states, Roth Grand Cru Surchoix earned the World Champion title with a score of 99.8. Made using traditional copper vats and fresh Wisconsin milk, Grand Cru Surchoix is an alpine style, smear-ripened cheese, cellar- aged on spruce planks for at least nine months. Careful crafting brings out aromas of cream, walnut and pineapple. Firm, yet silky texture often dotted with flecks of tyrosine crystals delivers a flavor that is complex, balanced and mellow. Grand Cru Surchoix is a versatile cheese that can elevate any cheeseboard or deliver an extra depth of flavor when it's grated over salads or pasta. For a great pairing, try a rich malty beer such as a porter or a bock, or pair with a rich Pinot Gris, Chardonnay or dry sherry. Emmi Roth USA 608.285.9800 www.rothcheese.com Age More than a Number for Grand Cru Surchoix winners 1st Place Little Mountain Roelli Cheese Company Inc. Wisconsin Original Cheesemaker: Chris Roelli 2nd Place (tie) Buff Blue Bleating Heart Cheese California Original Cheesemaker: Seana Doughty St. Malachi Reserve The Farm at Doe Run Pennsylvania Original Cheesemakers: Samuel Kennedy and Matthew Hettlinger 3rd Place (tie) Jeffs' Select Gouda Caves of Faribault Minnesota Original Cheesemakers: Jeff Jirik, Jeff Wideman Greensward Murray's Cheese Vermont Original Cheesemaker: Jasper Hill Best of Show

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