Rogue River Blue, crafted by Rogue Creamery in Central Point, Oregon, is hands-down one of the most extraordinary blue cheeses I’ve ever enjoyed —and it’s no exaggeration to say it’s nationally (and internationally) recognized as superb. In 2019, it made history as the first American cheese to win the World’s Best Cheese at the World Cheese Awards, beating out over 3,800 entries from 42 countries. That’s the kind of accolade that puts Oregon firmly on the global cheese map.
On the pallet, Rogue River Blue is a creamy, balanced masterpiece: bold blue tang with fruity sweetness, layers of pear brandy, vanilla, toffee, fig, brown butter, truffle, chocolate, and piney earthiness. Crystalline crunch adds texture. Pricey but worth the splurge!