Protected Designation of Origin (PDO)

Sabores Majoreros

Artisan cheeses from Fuerteventura since 1924

Four generations crafting authentic Majorero cheese

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Don Juan, founder (1924)

Our Story

Four generations of cheesemaking tradition

In 1924, Don Juan began with just 12 Majorero goats on the volcanic lands of Tiscamanita, in the heart of Fuerteventura. With his own hands, he learned to transform his goats' milk into the most authentic cheese of the Canary Islands.

From generation to generation, the knowledge and love of the craft have been passed from parents to children. The same volcanic caves where Don Juan aged his first cheeses are still home to our artisan maturation process today.

Today, the fourth generation keeps this century-old tradition alive, honouring every step of the artisan process while embracing the Majorero PDO certification as a seal of authenticity and quality recognised around the world.

1924Don Juan founds the dairy in Tiscamanita

1962Second generation: expanding the herd

1995Majorero PDO certification

2024Fourth generation: 100 years of tradition

1924Don Juan founds the dairy in Tiscamanita

1962Second generation: expanding the herd

1995Majorero PDO certification

2024Fourth generation: 100 years of tradition

Protected Designation of Origin

Majorero Cheese — Heritage of Fuerteventura

1996

Year of PDO Recognition

100%

Native Majorero Goat's Milk

40°C

Volcanic Caves for Ageing

15+

International Awards

The Protected Designation of Origin for Majorero Cheese is the highest recognition an artisan cheese can receive. Only cheeses made with 100% native Majorero goat's milk, following traditional methods in Fuerteventura, can bear this seal of excellence.

OUR CHEESES

Six varieties, one single origin

Every cheese handcrafted from 100% native Majorero goat's milk, following recipes passed down through four generations.

€10 / 250g

Young Cheese (Tierno)

Fresh and mild, just 7 days old

€13 / 250g

Semi-Aged Cheese (Semicurado)

Balanced, aged for 60 days

€16 / 250g

Aged Cheese (Curado)

Intense and deep, aged 90+ days

€15 / 250g

Cheese with Paprika

Hand-rubbed with La Vera paprika

€14 / 250g

Cheese with Gofio

Canarian heritage with toasted gofio

€18 / 250g

Cheese in Olive Oil

Preserved in extra virgin olive oil

THE ARTISAN PROCESS

How authentic Majorero cheese is made

Five steps passed down over a hundred years, carried out with the same caring hands as Don Juan, Pedro, Antonio and today's fourth generation.

Step 01

Morning milking

Each morning at dawn, we milk the Majorero goats by hand, preserving the quality of the freshly obtained milk. Our goats roam freely across the volcanic land, grazing on native plants that give their milk a truly unique character.

Step 02

Natural curdling

We heat the fresh milk to 32°C and add natural rennet. In approximately 40 minutes, the milk transforms into a firm, aromatic curd — ready for the next step of the artisan process.

Step 03

Traditional moulding

The curd is cut and pressed into traditional plaited palm moulds — a centuries-old Canarian craft. These moulds give the cheese its characteristic rind pattern, the visual hallmark of authentic Majorero cheese.

Step 04

Ageing in the caves

The cheeses rest in our natural volcanic caves at a constant 40°C. Here, over weeks or months depending on the variety, they develop their unique flavour in an incomparable microclimate — a gift from Fuerteventura's volcanic land.

Step 05

Hand-rubbing

For our speciality cheeses, we hand-rub each one with sweet La Vera paprika, toasted Canarian gofio, or extra virgin olive oil. Each application adds character and depth, following Don Juan's original family recipe.

SOUVENIR PACKS

Take Fuerteventura home with you

The perfect way to carry authentic Canarian flavour wherever you go. Three thoughtfully curated options — for yourself or as a gift.

Souvenir Pack

€25

The perfect memento to take home with you.

1 semi-aged cheese (250g)
Handcrafted wooden box
Dairy leaflet
Personalised card

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Tasting Pack

€45

Three cheeses to discover the full range of our character.

Young, semi-aged and paprika cheese (250g each)
Handcrafted cheese knife
Wooden presentation board
Illustrated tasting notes
Premium gift packaging

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Premium Pack

€75

The complete Majorero experience for the most discerning palates.

5 assorted cheeses (1.25kg total)
Canarian palm honey
Toasted Canarian gofio
Red and green mojo sauce
Handwoven wicker basket
Free visit to the dairy

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Free delivery to your hotel in Fuerteventura · Freshness guarantee · Gift wrapping included

🐐 EXCLUSIVE PROGRAMME

Adopt a Majorero Goat

Become part of our family for a whole year and experience the dairy from the inside.

€60 / year

Your adoption includes:

Your goat, with a name
You'll receive a personalised nameplate, worn by your goat throughout the entire year.
Monthly photos
Every month we send exclusive photos of your goat and its progress straight to your inbox.
Adoption certificate
A framed official document with a photo of your goat — ready to display or give as a gift.
3kg of cheese per year
Your choice of varieties, delivered in four quarterly shipments directly to your door.
Free guided visit
One visit to the dairy per year to meet your goat and experience the artisan process in person.