The Cheesemonger’s Notes
Wissington is a Norfolk-made ewe’s milk cheese produced by Wilton Farm in Hockwold. It has a smooth, firm texture and a clean, milky flavour with a natural sweetness typical of ewe’s milk cheeses. Often compared to a young Manchego or Pecorino Fresco, it is fresh, balanced, and highly versatile.
Produced in Norfolk by Wilton Farm →
Wissington is a handcrafted ewe’s milk cheese made by Becky Enefer at Wilton Farm in Hockwold, Norfolk. Produced using milk from her own flock, it reflects the richness, clarity, and gentle sweetness that make ewe’s milk cheeses so distinctive and rewarding.
In style and character, Wissington sits closest to a Pecorino Fresco—the younger, more delicate expression of traditional Italian ewe’s milk cheeses. Rather than the firm, sharp intensity of aged Pecorino, Wissington offers freshness, balance, and approachability, allowing the natural quality of the milk to tell the story.
The texture is firm yet smooth, with a clean, slightly springy structure that slices beautifully. On the palate, it opens with sweet cream and fresh dairy notes, followed by subtle nuttiness and a gentle savoury depth. There is a natural sweetness and warmth typical of ewe’s milk, balanced by a clean, lingering finish that remains fresh and moreish rather than heavy.
This freshness and balance make Wissington incredibly versatile. It works equally well as a centrepiece on a cheeseboard, sliced into salads, or paired simply with bread and chutney. Like Pecorino Fresco, it is a cheese that rewards simplicity and allows its natural character to shine.
Made on Wilton Farm using milk from Becky Enefer’s own flock, Wissington reflects the growing strength of Norfolk’s artisan cheesemaking and the exceptional quality of its ewe’s milk.
Cut to order at The Norfolk Deli, every piece is prepared fresh to ensure optimal flavour and condition.
Perfect Pairings
• Honey or fig preserves
• Fresh pears, apples, or grapes
• Crusty bread or simple crackers
• Crisp white wines or light reds
Ideal Uses
• A fresh, elegant addition to a Norfolk cheeseboard
• Sliced into salads
• Served simply with bread and chutney
• Light grating over dishes
Why We Stock It
Wissington offers a rare opportunity to experience a Norfolk ewe’s milk cheese in its fresher, more delicate form. Its similarity in style to Pecorino Fresco makes it both accessible and distinctive, showcasing the exceptional quality of milk produced at Wilton Farm.
It is cheeses like Wissington that demonstrate the depth and diversity of Norfolk’s artisan cheese landscape.