Queso Cabrales DOP by Rojo Prieto is a traditional Asturian blue cheese made from raw cow’s milk, often complemented seasonally with goat’s and sheep’s milk to increase complexity. It is produced within the Cabrales PDO area in the Picos de Europa, following strict regulations that define both origin and method.
After curd formation, the cheese is matured for several months in natural limestone caves, where high humidity and stable temperatures allow the development of characteristic blue-green veining through natural mold growth. The texture is dense yet creamy, with a compact structure and a slightly moist rind, while the interior remains uniform without large openings.
On the palate, it is intense and well-structured, showing pronounced spiciness, balanced acidity, and a long, persistent finish.
Producer
Rojo Prieto is an artisanal cheese producer based in the Cabrales area of Asturias. It is a small, family-run dairy specialized in the production of Cabrales cheese with Protected Designation of Origin status, made from raw cow’s, goat’s, and sheep’s milk.
The production is closely tied to the mountainous terroir of the Picos de Europa, where the cheeses are matured in natural caves with high humidity and stable temperatures, conditions that are essential for the development of characteristic blue-green veining and intense flavor. The dairy follows a traditional approach with limited output, often working with milk from its own herds, which allows for greater control over raw material quality.
The resulting cheese is known for its strong and complex profile, combining pronounced spiciness, creamy texture, and persistent aroma.