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Best manchego, according to chefs

Three picks, each tied to a named taster and a public source — from Janet Fletcher, Michelle Webb, Kat Craddock and Kike Ojanguren. Recommendations come from janetfletcher.com, wedgewoodcheesebar.com, seriouseats.com and elpais.com.

Dairy & Cold · The ranking

  1. 1
    Top pick

    Manchego 1605 (Finca Sierra de la Solana)

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    Fletcher calls it “the gold standard”: a raw-milk farmstead Manchego from one estate’s own flock, with a natural rind. Wedgewood Cheese Bar calls it the “best Manchego in the world.” Imported by Essex Cheese.
    Where to buy · Amazon ↗Instacart ↗Source: janetfletcher.com ↗
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    Pasamontes Manchego Artesano

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    Craddock calls Pasamontes’ unpasteurized, unwaxed wheels “spectacular.” Made by the Palomares family from five local flocks; imported by the Rogers Collection.
    Where to buy · Amazon ↗Instacart ↗Source: seriouseats.com ↗
  3. 3

    Dehesa de los Llanos Gran Reserva

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    Won El Comidista’s blind tasting of eight Spanish supermarket Manchegos (7.5/10): “meaty, a touch of acidity and some heat… it makes you want to eat more.” Raw-milk, aged about nine months, from the estate’s own flock in Albacete.
    Where to buy · dehesadelosllanos.com ↗Instacart ↗Source: elpais.com ↗

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Questions, answered

What is the best manchego, according to chefs?
MyTastr’s top pick is Manchego 1605 (Finca Sierra de la Solana), chosen by Janet Fletcher (Planet Cheese). Fletcher calls it “the gold standard”: a raw-milk farmstead Manchego from one estate’s own flock, with a natural rind. Wedgewood Cheese Bar calls it the “best Manchego in the world.” Imported by Essex Cheese. Source: janetfletcher.com ↗
What are the other top picks for manchego?
No. 2 is Pasamontes Manchego Artesano, chosen by Kat Craddock (Serious Eats). No. 3 is Dehesa de los Llanos Gran Reserva, chosen by Kike Ojanguren (cheese expert, El Comidista). Each card above links to the original source.
How does MyTastr choose these picks?
Every pick is tied to a named chef, cookbook author or food expert and links to the public interview, panel or article it came from. We survey dozens, often hundreds, of top chefs, food writers and critics, and order reflects how often and how strongly a brand is recommended. Only organic recommendations count — paid endorsements don’t — and brands can’t buy a spot. Read how we pick.

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