MADISON - Wisconsin cheesemakers swept the annual American Cheese Society Competition July 25 in Chicago, Ill., capturing 91 ribbons, including the prestigious Best of Show prize.
Of 1,149 total entries, Wisconsin cheesemakers scored nearly one third of all awards bestowed, more than any other state. America's Dairyland's 91 awards included 25 firsts, 32 seconds and 34 third places. Cheesemakers from 181 companies in 30 U.S. states and Canada were represented.
Master Cheesemaker Sid Cook, of Carr Valley Cheese, LaValle, landed 18 ribbons, including Best of Show with Snow White Goat Cheddar and Third Runner Up Best of Show with Cave Aged Marisa. Holland's Family Farm cheesemaker Marieke Penterman, Thorp, captured the second most ribbons for Wisconsin, with a total of eight awards for her Dutch-style Goudas.
Area cheesemakers earning first place ribbons include:
• Brunkow Cheese, Darlington: Brun-uusto Jalapeno Baked Cheese
• Klondike Cheese, Monroe: Peppercorn Feta, Dill Havarti
• Maple Leaf Cooperative, Monroe: English Hollow Cheddar
• Roth Käse USA, Monroe: Gran Queso
In addition to claiming the most first place awards, Wisconsin cheesemakers swept seven categories, including American Originals, Mixed Milk or Sheep's Milk Cheeses; American Originals, Colby Made from Cow's Milk; Mature Cheddars: Aged Longer than 49 months; Italian Type Cheese, Grating Styles; Flavored Cheeses, Flavor Added Havarti; Fresh Sheep's Milk Cheeses, Flavor Added; and Cheese Spreads. For more information about Wisconsin award winners, visit www.WisDairy.com.
Of 1,149 total entries, Wisconsin cheesemakers scored nearly one third of all awards bestowed, more than any other state. America's Dairyland's 91 awards included 25 firsts, 32 seconds and 34 third places. Cheesemakers from 181 companies in 30 U.S. states and Canada were represented.
Master Cheesemaker Sid Cook, of Carr Valley Cheese, LaValle, landed 18 ribbons, including Best of Show with Snow White Goat Cheddar and Third Runner Up Best of Show with Cave Aged Marisa. Holland's Family Farm cheesemaker Marieke Penterman, Thorp, captured the second most ribbons for Wisconsin, with a total of eight awards for her Dutch-style Goudas.
Area cheesemakers earning first place ribbons include:
• Brunkow Cheese, Darlington: Brun-uusto Jalapeno Baked Cheese
• Klondike Cheese, Monroe: Peppercorn Feta, Dill Havarti
• Maple Leaf Cooperative, Monroe: English Hollow Cheddar
• Roth Käse USA, Monroe: Gran Queso
In addition to claiming the most first place awards, Wisconsin cheesemakers swept seven categories, including American Originals, Mixed Milk or Sheep's Milk Cheeses; American Originals, Colby Made from Cow's Milk; Mature Cheddars: Aged Longer than 49 months; Italian Type Cheese, Grating Styles; Flavored Cheeses, Flavor Added Havarti; Fresh Sheep's Milk Cheeses, Flavor Added; and Cheese Spreads. For more information about Wisconsin award winners, visit www.WisDairy.com.
