Annual Red Hill Show
Non-Commercial Cheese Show

Judging Highlights

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Cheese judge, Neil Willman, presents the Champion's sash to an elated Dayrell Porta of Boneo, Victoria.

The public judging on the day attracted many interested show visitors, as well as competitors.

Neil began the judging in the Fresh Unripened Class which included Ricotta & Fresh Curd cheeses.

In judging cheese qualities, Neil assesses flavour & aroma, body & texture, and presentation.

Some of the entries in 5 cheese classes, including Camembert style, Blue Vein, Marinated Feta, Fresh Unripened Cheese, & Semi-hard Cheese.

After each class was judged, Neil explained how the points were awarded & the technical aspects he was looking for.

Jan Brandon (left) from Red Hill Cheese talking with competitors John & Sally.

Dayrell & Jan enjoying the judging.

Neil's comments on each cheese class were keenly received by competitors.

Prizewinner Chris Lamin with her Marinated Feta & (on the table) Semi-hard Goat Cheese & Fresh Curd with herbs.

David Noonan with prize certificates for three of his cheeses as well as the Best Presented Entry.

Prize winners John Rowe & Sally Cumming.

Diane Boyle with her highly-commended marinated feta.

Maker of the Champion cheese, Dayrell Porta, with fellow competitor Wayne Martin.

From left: Carole & Neil Willman with visiting cheesemakers Maxime & Sabrina from France.

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