Cave-Aged Blue & Affinage Cheeses

Caves of Faribault - Cheese Display

Driven by passionate, down-to-earth people with a pioneering spirit of artistry, backed by science, Caves of Faribault is the definition of authenticity. Our cave-dwelling cheese is nurtured and developed with a fearless approach to cheesemaking in order to craft cheeses of the highest quality with unmatched consistency.

 

Meet our entire lineup of Blue cheeses and affinage cheeses below.

Explore The Legendary Sandstone Caves

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About Caves of Faribault - Drawing

The ideal temperature and humidity conditions of the legendary sandstone caves of Faribault, Minnesota allow native blue-green molds to flourish. The earth has provided a perfect, natural setting, leaving its mark on the complex flavor profiles of each unique cheese.

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AmaBlu® Blue Cheese

America’s first Blue cheese is cave-aged for a minimum of 75 days making it a creamy and delicious addition to steaks and hamburgers fresh off the grill.

AmaGorg® Gorgonzola

Cave aging for a minimum of 90 days gives our AmaGorg® Gorgonzola a sweet flavor profile that pairs well with wine, chicken, or on a cheese board with dried fruit and nuts.
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Recipes & Pairings

Handcrafted Recipes and Cheese Pairings

Discover the perfect beverages and food pairings for your favorite Caves of Faribault cheeses, as well as crafted recipes including Blue cheeseburgers, Gorgonzola pizza and more!

Echoes from the Caves

Come to the Table with Caves

Whether you’re hosting this year’s big family gathering or just in charge of bringing a dish to pass, we’ve curated three recipe ideas to elevate your Thanksgiving feast.

News From The Underground

Long Lines for Caves at Taste of Faribault

The annual Taste of Faribault event was held this year on September 12 at Faribo West Mall, giving attendees a chance to savor all that Faribault has to offer, including our very own cave-aged cheeses.  Once again, this event proved that a small town can indeed offer big tastes!