In this prestigious competition, over 800 cheeses were presented across twenty different categories. Garoa cheese factory, with its farmhouse Idiazabal cheese, achieved third place in the smoked section, reaffirming its quality and tradition.
“"It would be important to emphasize that, in this traditional cheese factory located in a small village beneath the Aizkorri mountain range, these two young shepherds have fulfilled the dream of living a life connected to the land. Their Latxa sheep graze in the meadows of Zerain in winter, next to the cheese factory, while in the summer months they ascend to the pastures of Aralar until the following winter. It must be said that both Jon and Martina have always felt and reflected a true passion and commitment to this pioneering profession."
As highlighted by the Artzai Gazta association, young Martina Urbistondo and Jon Harregi have realized their dream in the village of Zerain, at the foot of the Aizkorri mountain range. Their Latxa sheep graze in the meadows of Zerain during winter, near the cheese factory, and move to the Aralar pastures in summer. The association emphasizes the great passion and commitment both have shown for this traditional shepherding profession.
Cheese factories belonging to the Artzai Gazta Association and the Idiazabal Cheese Designation of Origin continue to receive international recognition, spreading their high quality and good reputation among the best cheeses in the world.
