Feta Barrel Aged – Arvaniti

Tracing its lineage to antiquity, authentic Feta is one of Greece’s most traditional cheeses. Protected under strict EU PDO regulations, true Feta is made in designated regions of Greece from sheep’s milk, either alone or blended with goat’s milk. Arvaniti’s Feta is produced with milk from freely grazing sheep and goats, then matured in wooden barrels, following a traditional Greek method. The barrel maturation gives the cheese a firm structure, full aroma, and characteristic slight acidity.

Matured in brine, Arvaniti Barrel Aged Feta has a pristine white paste with a firm, moist texture that is easy to cut into serving portions. Its aroma is rich and distinctly lactic, with fresh sheep’s and goat’s milk notes. On the palate, it delivers a pleasantly sharp acidity, balanced by a rounded milky richness and a clean, savoury salinity. The wooden-barrel maturation adds depth and a subtle rustic character while preserving the fresh Mediterranean identity of the cheese.

Crumble over a Greek salad with ripe tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and extra virgin olive oil; serve with grilled vegetables, roasted lamb, or warm flatbread; or use in spanakopita and savoury pastries. Its acidity and salinity pair particularly well with a crisp, dry white wine, such as a Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé, or Roussette de Savoie. Store refrigerated and keep submerged in its original brine after opening.