A cheese from New Zealand has been declared the world's best at a prestigious international competition held in the United Kingdom. The winning cheese, Kāpiti Kikorangi Triple Cream Blue produced by Lactalis New Zealand, outperformed over 4500 competitors from more than 20 countries. The competition, known as the International Cheese & Dairy Awards, took place in Stafford, England, and was judged by a panel of experts from over 35 countries. The cheese was evaluated based on appearance, texture, aroma, taste, and mouthfeel. In addition to winning the top prize for 'World Champion,' it also received awards for best foreign cheese, best New Zealand cheese, and best vegetarian cheese. The cheese has a rich, buttery texture with dense blue veins and is made from pasteurized milk, cream, and non-animal rennet, making it suitable for lacto-vegetarians. Due to its high cream content, it has a soft and intensely rich texture. However, finding this award-winning cheese can be challenging, as it is most commonly available in specialized stores.
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