Cheese story
What is Tetilla?
A Galician cheese recognised by its distinctive conical shape.
Origin
Galicia, Spain
Milk
cow
Board role
Soft / creamy
Cheese profile
Country
Spain
Region
Galicia
Milk type
cow
Texture
semi-soft
Rind
natural
Ageing
1 to 2 months
Vegetarian
Check the rennet / producer
Milk treatment
yes
Flavour profile: mild, creamy, buttery
Origin, protection and character
Tetilla comes from Spain, especially Galicia. Its character comes from the balance of milk, texture, rind, ageing and local serving traditions.
Protected status
PDO/DOP
Typical ageing
1 to 2 months
How to serve Tetilla
snacking, melting, sandwiches
Good food matches
Albariño
bread
cured ham
Serving tip
Take it out of the fridge before serving so the texture softens and the flavour opens up. Softer cheeses usually need less time than hard aged cheeses.
Buying tip
Look for clean aroma, good texture and a style that matches the board: fresh and bright, soft and creamy, hard and nutty, blue and salty, or bold and washed-rind.
