Artisan Cheese is by definition cheese that is manufactured by hand using the traditional craftsmanship of skilled cheesemakers. As a result these cheeses are often more complex in taste and variety.
Artisan cheeses differ from their mass produced cousins in both the production time frame as well as the ripening process. Whether you prefer your cheese with a wonderful crusty baquette or a crisp handmade cracker is simply a matter of personal choice. I personally prefer the crusty baquette with a few grapes and a nicely chilled Chardonnay. For an extensive variety of first class Artisan Cheeses visit igourmet.com