The Cheese Connoisseur

About The Cheese Connoisseur The Cheese Connoisseur Hamper is a thoughtfully curated selection of premium cheeses, fine wines, and gourmet treats, perfect for Father's Day or any special occasion. This hamper combines indulgence and sophistication, offering a delightful blend of flavours for birthdays, anniversaries, festive celebrations, or simply as a gesture of appreciation. At its core are three exceptional cheddars from The Mouse House, a British cheesemaker known for bold, traditional flavours. The Caramelised Onion Cheddar provides a creamy texture with a sweet-savoury balance, while the Smoked Cheddar offers an earthy depth and mild sharpness. The Vintage Cheddar, bold and crumbly, delivers a rich, savoury taste perfect for true cheese enthusiasts. All are wrapped in wax for lasting freshness and presentation. The hamper also features two 37.5cl bottles of Ventopuro wine from Chile. The Merlot, medium-bodied with plum and cherry notes, pairs beautifully with the cheeses, while the crisp Sauvignon Blanc, with citrus and green apple flavours, complements richer tastes like vintage cheddar and olives. The half-bottle format is ideal for sharing, providing the perfect amount for a tasting experience. Accompaniments include Buiteman’s Sun-Dried Tomato Biscuits, Stag’s Traditional Stornoway Oatcakes, Silver & Green’s Kalamata Olives, and Mrs Darlington’s Beetroot Chutney, offering a variety of savoury, tangy, and crunchy elements. Taste’s Savoury Cranberry and Pumpkin Seed Biscuits add a fruity, spiced balance, while Mr Filbert’s Rose Harissa Peanuts provide a spicy, crunchy contrast. To finish, Hamlet’s Praline Collection offers a melt-in-the-mouth chocolate treat. Packed in a reusable zipped cool bag, the hamper ensures freshness and practicality, making it a thoughtful gift that can be used beyond the initial enjoyment. The cool bag is perfect for picnics or groceries, adding long-lasting value. While ideal for Father’s Day, the Cheese Connoisseur hamper suits any occasion. Its blend of cheeses, wines, and treats makes it a memorable gift for birthdays, anniversaries, or corporate gestures. Whether shared with loved ones or enjoyed solo, this hamper delivers a luxurious, flavourful experience. The Cheese Connoisseur Contains Ventopuro Merlot 37.5cl (Chile)
Ventopuro Sauvignon Blanc 37.5cl (Chile)
Mouse House Caramelised Onion Cheddar 100g
Mouse House Smoked Cheddar 100g
Mouse House Vintage Cheddar 100g
Hamlet Praline Collection 100g
Buiteman Sun Dried Tomato Biscuits 75g
Silver & Green Pitted Kalamata Olives 220g
Mrs Darlington's Beetroot Chutney 120g
Stag Traditional Stornoway Cocktail Oatcakes 125g
Taste Savoury Cranberry & Pumpkin Seed Biscuits 50g
Filbert's Rose Harissa Peanuts 75g
Packed in a Cool Bag Delivery & Returns We pride ourselves on giving fast, flexible shipping options. You can opt for next day delivery up until 1pm, or choose a date in the future that suits you. We'll be in touch shortly after your order to send your individual tracking information. From there you can see the journey your hamper takes to its' final destination. Our Penny Post range is sent on an untracked 24hr service with Royal Mail. Please note that this is a free delivery service and parcels usually take 1-2 days to be delivered. While you may select a date at the point of order, this date is not guaranteed under this service.

STANDARD DELIVERY IS FREE FOR ALL OUR PRODUCTS!

Here at House of Isabella we do not believe in customers having to pay extra on top of their purchases for delivery. That's why we decided to take the bold step of offering all of our products with free standard delivery to UK Mainland addresses*. Please note delivery to Northern Ireland, Ireland, Scottish Highlands, Islands and Channel Islands are all not included within our free delivery service. Please contact us for a quotation. 

Smaller Item Deliveries
Our smaller items are generally sent via conventional couriers such as Hermes,  APC or DPD. Many offer a tracking service and an ETA of arrival given. We will of course share this information where applicable to your order. Please leave a contactable mobile phone number to ensure the couriers can contact you via call or text to arrange delivery where possible.

Larger Item Deliveries
For larger item deliveries, we use verified third party logistics companies who specialise in large, bulky item deliveries. We aim to have your products delivered to you within the  time frame of between 4-10 working days.

At any one time, we can have anywhere up to 50,000 products on our website and although many items are in stock and available for immediate dispatch, we also place stock on backorder with our suppliers and manufacturers and many of which are available for pre-order.

Delays in this instance will be fully communicated and if you require a more specific time frame, please feel free to contact us before placing your order.

For larger, heavier items, customer assistance may be required to help the driver. Delivery is strictly to ground floor only for insurance purposes.

We ask that when receiving a delivery to check the items before the delivery driver leaves, to be able to return your delivery in the rare event of damage. If you do not manage to check goods upon delivery, we allow 24 hours after signing for goods for damages to be reported to us - claims for damages outside this period may be rejected.

Our delivery team will contact you to ask for a convenient date for delivery and in most cases the delivery can include a ETA time slot and informed by email or text message. Deliveries are generally only available during the working week Monday-Friday unless in special circumstances where arrangements can be made at additional cost for a weekend delivery. Please make sure you can be available to take delivery of your product or input an address for delivery where someone can be present i.e. a work address or relative/neighbour.

Please always inform us if you are going to be unavailable on the suggested delivery date, and we will endeavour to arrange a suitable alternative. Failed deliveries that have been agreed will result in re-delivery/cancellation charges. Late cancelled orders, where the item has been dispatched to the courier for delivery will incur a charge to redeliver the items back to us. 

Once a delivery slot is confirmed by the customer, it is the customer's responsibility to ensure they will be available to receive the goods, otherwise a re-delivery charge will apply.

Please be aware it is the customer's responsibility to check that any orders will fit through doorways, stairwells and staircases. This includes any tables with tops in excess of 220cm. If you are in any doubt, please talk to our team prior to delivery who can advise. A re-delivery charge will need to be applied should our team need to return or use more specialist equipment than the standard two-man crew.

Due to the weight and size of some of our products, once the team arrive, it is the customer’s responsibility to move any pets and minors out of harms’ way during the installation for safety reasons. 

Upon receipt of the goods, it is the customer’s responsibility to check over the order to ensure it is in good condition. We take full responsibility for any damage found during inspection only upon delivery.