I ordered 1.5 lbs of this cheddar and 2 wheels of Noblette for my Grandmother's 90th bday- shipped to Virginia. It was packaged with such care, well chilled, and delicious. The cheese was in peak condition/ripeness. The cheese mongerer (I forgot his name) was also super helpful when I came to him two months prior to the event. I will be ordering from Saxelby again and again- very reliable and delicious!