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Plymouth, Wisconsin (April 16, 2026) - Sartori® Cheese, a family-owned artisan cheese company based in Wisconsin, proudly announces Erin Radtke as its newest Master Cheesemaker. Radtke will be joining an elite group of cheesemakers who have demonstrated extraordinary dedication to craftsmanship, education and quality.
Radtke’s path to becoming a Master Cheesemaker is personal and uniquely local, having grown up next door to the very plant where she now crafts cheese.
“When I was a little kid, I used to ride my bike around the block where Sartori is now based,” Radtke recalled. “It’s surreal to think I used to live so close to the plant and now I'm a Master Cheesemaker here. It feels like coming full circle.”
Radtke began working at the Wisconsin plant in 2004, years before it became part of Sartori, and has since worked in numerous departments including packaging, boxing, waxing, wheel production and leadership roles.
The Master Cheesemaker certification process is notoriously demanding, requiring years of coursework, specialization and a comprehensive exam that can take more than 40 hours to complete. Radtke’s mastery focuses on Open-Class Hard and Parmesan, cheeses that showcase both technical precision and creative innovation.
“This honor is a huge accomplishment for me, personally and professionally. It takes a long time to become a Master Cheesemaker,” Radtke said. “Understanding and learning all the nuances of cheesemaking is incredibly rewarding and I couldn’t be more excited to continue my craft at Sartori.”
“We’re proud to celebrate Erin and this well‑deserved achievement,” said Sartori CEO Bert Sartori. “Cheesemaking has always been at the heart of our company, and Erin embodies the passion, craftsmanship and dedication that continue to move that tradition forward today.”
Radtke’s official recognition took place at a ceremony at the Baird Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, April 16, 2026, marking a milestone not only in her career but also in Sartori’s continued commitment to excellence, education and the art of cheesemaking.
To learn more about the Master Cheesemakers fueling Sartori’s eight-decade history of flavor exploration, visit sartoricheese.com.
PLYMOUTH, Wis.—Mar. 17, 2026—Sartori® Cheese, a Wisconsin-based artisan cheese company known for its handcrafted artisan cheeses, is expanding its award winning BellaVitano® lineup with a bold new flavor: Hatch Chile BellaVitano.
The new variety pairs Sartori’s signature BellaVitano cheese with Hatch chiles, delivering a balanced combination of rich, nutty flavor and gentle heat. The result is a savory twist on one of the brand’s most celebrated cheeses that’s approachable enough for everyday enjoyment but still distinctive enough to stand out on a cheese board.
Crafted in Plymouth, Wisconsin, Hatch Chile BellaVitano features BellaVitano’s characteristic creamy texture and caramelized, Parmesan-like notes, layered with the earthy warmth and subtle smokiness of Hatch chiles. Together, the flavors create a complex cheese designed to appeal to adventurous palates without overpowering the cheese itself.
“Hatch Chile BellaVitano reflects our ongoing commitment to thoughtful flavor innovation,” said Sartori Cheese CEO Bert Sartori. “By combining the depth of BellaVitano with the unique boldness of Hatch chiles, we’ve created a cheese that offers something unexpected while staying true to the quality and craftsmanship Sartori is known for.”
Sartori’s Master Cheesemakers recommend pairing Hatch Chile BellaVitano with crisp lagers or amber ales, medium-bodied red wines, fresh fruit, honey or hearty crackers. A full pairing guide for Sartori’s lineup of cheeses is available at www.sartoricheese.com/pairing.
Hatch Chile BellaVitano is available for purchase at shop.sartoricheese.com and at retailers nationwide.
PLYMOUTH, Wis.— Oct. 23, 2023 — Sartori Cheese®, a Wisconsin-based artisan cheese company, is adding to its award-winning lineup of BellaVitano® cheeses. The company is proud to announce the arrival of flavor-packed Tomato Basil BellaVitano, the brand’s newest BellaVitano variety.
With over 80 years of experience in artisan cheesemaking innovation and craftsmanship, Sartori is always looking for ways to introduce bold takes on timeless, beloved flavors. Tomato Basil perfectly balances sweet and nutty BellaVitano with delightful savory notes, offering an experience that’s equal parts fruity and herbaceous.
“We’ve taken years to perfect this new flavor, and we’re proud to share it with people all over the world,” said Sartori Cheese CEO Bert Sartori. “Tomato Basil BellaVitano is a bold flavor fit for any occasion big or small, and we’re excited for everyone to experience how well it pairs with their favorite drink, snack or activity.”
Sartori’s Master Cheesemakers recommend pairing Tomato Basil BellaVitano with prosciutto, olives, artichokes, full-bodied wines and sparkling water. A full pairing guide for Sartori’s lineup of cheeses can be found at https://www.sartoricheese.com/pairing/.
Tomato Basil BellaVitano and other Sartori cheeses can be purchased now at https://shop.sartoricheese.com/ and at retailers nationwide.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (06/12/2022) – Sartori Cheese is proud to announce a new, flavor-packed, and award-winning addition to our Reserve cheese family, Cherrywood Smoked Cheddar. With over 80 years of innovation and craftsmanship, Sartori’s Italian-inspired white cheddars are guaranteed to deliver one-of-a-kind experiences.
Naturally smoking MontAmoré® with Cherrywood brings new life to the fruity & sweet notes in the cheddar. The aromatic Cherrywood smoke fills the mouth right away with a subtle, sweet-smoke flavor. Cherrywood Smoked Cheddar can be found year-round in retailers, specialty cheese shops, and on our online catalog, and is now available for purchase nationally.
For immediate purchase of Cherrywood Smoked MontAmore, visit Sartori’s digital cheese shop at https://shop.sartoricheese.com/. This product can also be found in various Retailers across the country. Look for recipe inspirations on Sartori's social media accounts. There are also pairing ideas available at https://www.sartoricheese.com/pairing/cheese.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (September 13, 2021) – Sartori® Cheese is excited to announce the newest addition to the award-winning BellaVitano® Cheese family. Inspired by Italian flavors and crafted by Master Cheesemakers, Garlic & Herb BellaVitano® debuts Fall 2021.
Sartori’s Cheesemakers artfully balanced savory and sweet with the new BellaVitano®. “We had a distinct flavor profile in mind,” said Master Cheesemaker Apprentice Erin Radtke. “The trick was working with our talented team to narrow in on a blend of herbs and spices that really brought out the best in BellaVitano®.”
The Sartori Family original cheese – BellaVitano® – is both rich and creamy with a nutty, fruity flavor that is truly unique. To create Garlic & Herb BellaVitano®, each wheel is hand-crafted with an artisan blend of garlic, lemon vest, Aleppo chili pepper, parsley and extra virgin olive oil.
Reminiscent of the flavors and traditions of the Sartori Family table, Garlic & Herb BellaVitano® is nostalgic for Bert Sartori, president of Sartori® Cheese. “Garlic, oregano and rosemary – these are the smells and tastes that take me back to the memories of growing up in an Italian family,” said Sartori. “We are very excited to bring these flavors to life in our newest BellaVitano®.”
Look for Garlic & Herb BellaVitano® in leading specialty cheese shops and regional retailers for the Holiday Season 2021.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (June 2, 2025) - On May 21, 2025, Sartori Cheese Company presented scholarships to five students, local to Plymouth and Antigo, renewable over the next four years.
The five women each garnered attention for a unique reason.
Ali Limberg is pursuing a degree in Advertising and Graphic Design at Grand Canyon University.
Ella Morrison is earning her Pre-Health Science degree from St. Norbert College.
Mia Jo Schroepfer is pursuing a degree in Agri-Business Dairy Technology at Fox Valley Technical College.
Emma Adleman is pursuing a degree in Dairy Science at UW–River Falls with a minor in Agricultural Business.
Avalyne Fischer is pursuing a degree in Accounting at Loyola University Chicago.
Each recipient received a $3,000 renewable scholarship. To maintain the renewable award, recipients must earn a minimum of a 3.0 GPA, and their parents or grandparents must still be employed by Sartori Cheese Company or in partnership as a family farm of Sartori Cheese Company.
For 86 years, the Sartori family has been actively involved in the community, providing employment opportunities and contributing through monetary and in-kind donations, with the company’s enduring legacy defined by the fundamental values of family and commitment. In 1994, Sartori took this commitment one step further by initiating a scholarship program aimed at fostering higher education. Since its inception, the company has awarded scholarships to over 100 children or grandchildren of our Team Members and Family Farms in both the Plymouth and Antigo communities. These scholarships have provided financial support for students pursuing formal secondary education.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (June 2, 2025) - Sartori Cheese, a fourth-generation family-owned company renowned for its award-winning artisan cheese, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Rumiano Cheese, a leader in organic cheese and butter known for its commitment to quality and sustainability.
This strategic acquisition brings together two heritage brands with a shared passion for crafting exceptional cheese. The combined expertise and resources will enhance Sartori's product offerings and expand its market reach while continuing to honor the traditions and values that both companies hold dear.
"We are thrilled to welcome Rumiano Cheese into the Sartori family," said Bert Sartori, CEO of Sartori Cheese. “This acquisition aligns with our mission to make the Best Cheese in the World. We look forward to building upon Rumiano's commitment to their Redwood Coast family farm partners and local community. Rumiano's dedication to excellence and innovation makes them a perfect fit for our company."
Established in 1919, Rumiano Cheese has built a legacy of producing premium, pasture-raised organic cheese and butter. The integration of Rumiano's product line will complement Sartori's existing portfolio, offering consumers a broader selection of artisanal cheeses.
"We are excited to join forces with Sartori Cheese," said Baird Rumiano, owner of Rumiano Cheese Company. "For over 100 years, the Rumiano family has been dedicated to crafting exceptional cheese and butter with unwavering integrity. As a fellow family-owned business, Sartori shares our core values and commitment to quality, tradition, and responsible stewardship. We’re confident this next step in our journey will bring many exciting opportunities to our team, our local farmers, our customers, and to the communities we’ve proudly served for generations."
While Sartori will maintain the cheesemaking division of Rumiano Cheese Company in Crescent City, California, Masters Gallery Foods, a leading national supplier of cheese for private label retail, food service and industrial use, purchased Rumiano’s converting facilities in Willows, California.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (April 23, 2025) - Sartori® Cheese is renowned for its bold flavor innovation and rich cheesemaking culture led by its Master Cheesemakers. This week, the company is proud to announce that Sartori cheesemaker Jeremy Werdeo is the company’s latest to earn the prestigious title of Master Cheesemaker in Cheddar and Parmesan.
Werdeo has been at Sartori for more than 22 years after joining the company in 2003. Starting with a role in the packaging department, he eventually entered cheesemaking as a beginner and climbed his way through the ranks to become a master of the craft.
“Cheesemaking is a collective effort, and this honor reflects the hard work of the entire team at Sartori,” said Werdeo. “Every day, my goal is to help bring our farmers’ milk to life by making great cheese. I couldn’t be more excited to continue doing that alongside my team.”
“We’re proud to join Jeremy in celebrating this prestigious and well-deserved honor,” said Sartori CEO Bert Sartori. “Our cheesemaking tradition has always been at the heart of what we do at Sartori, and Jeremy represents the passion, curiosity and excellence keeping that tradition alive here 86 years later.”
Each Master Cheesemaker candidate must complete more than 80,000 hours of cheesemaking and boast over ten years of experience before being accepted into the program. They must also possess five years of experience with the specific variety of cheese for which they wish to receive the certification. Once accepted, candidates are required to complete three years of rigorous training and coursework.
Werdeo received the Master Cheesemaker honor on April 17 at the U.S. Cheese Championship awards banquet at CheeseCon in Madison. In the state of Wisconsin, there are more than 1,200 licensed cheesemakers, but fewer than 100 hold the prestigious title of Master Cheesemaker. Sartori expects to have another of its cheesemakers attain the Master Cheesemaker title in the coming years.
To learn more about the Master Cheesemakers fueling Sartori’s eight-decade history of flavor exploration, visit sartoricheese.com.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (April 1, 2025) - Sartori® Cheese is making its anticipated debut in the snacking category with a pair of portable, poppable products. The Plymouth, Wisconsin-based artisan cheese company has unveiled brand-new Cheese Bites, available in two signature flavors: MontAmoré® Cheddar and Italian Herb Cheddar.
Known and renowned for its award-winning lineup of artisanal cheeses, Sartori is giving customers more options to fit their busy lives by entering the rapidly growing snacking category. The two introductory flavors are beloved Sartori favorites and offer added convenience for the millions of Americans who routinely enjoy cheese as a snack.
“We’re always looking to help our customers enjoy Sartori cheeses in ways that best fit with their busy lives,” said Sartori Cheese CEO Bert Sartori. “We’ve been perfecting these Cheese Bites for quite a while, and we’re happy that people will now be able to more easily enjoy their favorite Sartori cheese on the go.”
Sartori crafted the new Cheese Bites in a multiyear process that included consumer research and requests from Sartori fans. They are available in 4.5-ounce packages, each containing six snackable wheels of cheese.
While the Cheese Bites are tasty when enjoyed as a standalone snack, Sartori’s Master Cheesemakers recommend also trying them with crackers, fruit, nuts or even on a salad. The two flavors are sure to appetize longtime Sartori fans and those who have yet to try them alike:
MontAmoré® Cheddar Cheese Bites – Creamy white cheddar with robust notes of aged Parmesan, pairing classic flavor with modern convenience.
Italian Herb Cheddar Cheese Bites – Bold cheddar packed with a savory blend of fresh herbs, tangy lemon and warm Aleppo pepper.
Italian Herb Cheddar and MontAmoré® Cheddar Cheese Bites are available now along with the rest of Sartori’s award-winning cheeses at shop.sartoricheese.com and at select retailers nationwide.
Sartori is poised to continue its commitment to flavor and product innovation in the years to come. To learn more about the Master Cheesemakers fueling Sartori’s eight-decade history of flavor exploration, visit sartoricheese.com.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (May 10, 2024) - In 1939, Italian immigrant Paolo Sartori founded an artisan cheesemaking operation in the small town of Plymouth, Wisconsin. Four generations and an award-winning legacy later, Sartori Cheese is celebrating 85 years of flavor innovation in 2024.
After arriving in the United States from Italy, Paolo Sartori chose to settle in Wisconsin thanks to its rich history of agriculture and dairy farming. To this day, Sartori credits its strong relationships with local dairy farmers as a key reason why it has produced fresh, high-quality cheese since the company’s founding.
Fourth-generation family member Bert Sartori has served as the brand’s CEO since 2022, succeeding Paolo (his great-grandfather), Joe (his grandfather) and Jim (his father) as leaders of the company. With each generation and decade, Sartori has maintained the same steadfast commitment to nurturing a culture of cheesemaking.
“Eighty-five years of cheesemaking is only possible through the passion and dedication of our outstanding team and the customers who make our cheese a part of their lives,” said Bert Sartori. “It’s our honor to keep developing award-worthy cheeses and sharing them with people all over the world. We look forward to continuing our standard of excellence for the next 85 years and beyond.”
Sartori’s flavor innovation is spearheaded by its four dozen licensed cheesemakers, including three Master Cheesemakers. The company continues to invest in its talented team members, including a best-in-class apprenticeship program that helps Master Cheesemaker candidates perfect their craft and complete the requisite training to earn the title.
Sartori continues to add to its renowned lineup of cheeses, including its flavored cheddars and signature BellaVitano® varieties. Flavors like MontAmoré® Cheddar and Merlot BellaVitano not only have grown to be best-sellers among Sartori fans, they have earned honors at prestigious events like the World Cheese Awards.
Last month, the brand released its latest arrivals: Sriracha Cheddar and Italian Herb Cheddar. Sartori has also recently expanded its offerings to include new Spread & Dip flavors Merlot BellaVitano® and Garlic & Herb BellaVitano®.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (December 31, 2022) -A proud Plymouth, Wisconsin tradition returns with the 16th Annual Sartori Cheese Drop. The family-friendly event, lauded as "One of the Quirkiest New Year's Eve Traditions" by CNN, culminates with a giant wedge of Sartori BellaVitano® Gold dropping 100 feet to the crowd's countdown.
Sponsored by Sartori Cheese, a fourth-generation family-owned company, the Cheese Drop is a fun tradition that brings families together in the historic downtown of Plymouth, known officially as the "Cheese Capital of the World." Hosted by the Plymouth Arts Center, the event includes live music, bonfires with hot cocoa and cheese sampling.
"We're excited to continue our partnership with the Plymouth Art Center for this long-standing tradition," said Bert Sartori, CEO of Sartori Cheese. “The Sartori cheese drop is an event that we look forward to every year and we wish to extend a happy and healthy 2023 to all.”
Festivities begin at the Plymouth Arts Center (520 E. Mill Street Plymouth, Wisconsin) at 8:30 p.m. with live music by 50s and 60’s tribute band, II Cool. The Cheese Drop begins at 10 p.m. Festivities continue through 12:00 a.m. with music and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (December 8, 2022) - Since 1939, the Sartori name has represented the highest quality in artisanal cheesemaking. Now, as Sartori Cheese names Bert Sartori its new CEO, the company has ushered in the fourth generation of family leadership in its storied 83-year history.
Bert’s father, Jim Sartori, represented the third generation of Sartori family leadership while holding the CEO role for nearly three decades. While Bert is poised to add a unique creative vision for the company’s future, he looks to honor and maintain the commitment to the cheesemaking craft that Sartori Cheese has built over the previous three generations.
“Sartori Cheese has always represented a culture of cheesemaking that celebrates creativity, passion, and authenticity,” said Bert Sartori. “I’m proud to lead a company anchored in tradition while pushing the boundaries of our craft so we can share new-to-the-world, award-worthy cheeses with people across the globe.”
Bert holds an MBA from Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, is a licensed cheesemaker and has over 17 years of progressive experience in finance, operations, and business development. Sartori’s longevity and diversity of experience give him invaluable insight into every aspect of the cheesemaking business. His vision for the company’s future is centered around a continued partnership with Wisconsin’s best dairy farms and a steadfast commitment to the craft of cheesemaking
Sartori Cheese is proud to have four dozen licensed cheesemakers, including one of only two female Master Cheesemakers in Wisconsin. The company’s commitment to cultivating passionate cheesemakers is further highlighted by a best-in-class apprenticeship program that helps candidates hone their skills during the final steps of their training.
“Making great cheese starts with exceptional people – and we’re excited to continue investing in the talented, dedicated members of our team,” said Sartori.
Sartori was founded in 1939 by Bert Sartori’s great-grandfather, Paolo, an Italian immigrant. Bert’s grandfather, Joe, preceded his father, Jim, as the leader of the business. The company has grown from its dozen team members at the time of its founding to more than 900 today as it delights cheese lovers in over 50 countries worldwide.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (July 5, 2022) – Team Sartori’s Tennessee Whiskey BellaVitano took home Gold at the International Cheese & Dairy Awards in the “Cheese with Alcohol” category. In addition, Sartori’s® SarVecchio® Parmesan was awarded Silver in the “Cheese with Health Benefits” category.
"We've been excited about Tennessee Whiskey from the first wheel of BellaVitano we soaked," said Erin Radtke, Master Cheesemaker Apprentice at Sartori® Cheese. “The team has worked very hard since our first batch to develop a product worthy of an award like this. It's rewarding to see that hard work pay off."
The International Cheese & Dairy Awards is the world’s largest cheese and dairy contest with over 5,500 entries every year. According to the ICDA, “Winning one of these prestigious awards means being part of an elite group and 125-year-old tradition of the very best in class.”
Information on where to buy Tennessee Whiskey BellaVitano® and other world award-winning Sartori® cheese can be found at www.sartoricheese.com.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (June 22, 2022) – Sartori® Cheese is excited to announce that Old World Cheddar was named PEOPLE Best Cheddar Cheese of 2022. The PEOPLE 2022 Food Awards happens yearly, and their 150 testers ate, drank and cooked 1,300 assorted products to crown the best new supermarket products.
Old World is a one of kind cheddar inspired by Sartori’s® 80-year cheesemaking heritage. Sartori’s® Master Cheesemakers used Italian-inspired cultures to create this unique sharp flavor experience. PEOPLE taste testers awarded the cheddar high marks due to “its sharp, buttery taste” and creamy texture.
"Our team puts so much work into every cheese we make," said Pam Hodgson, Master Cheesemaker at Sartori® Cheese. "Our Old World Cheddar was no exception. Seeing this cheese highlighted in such an established publication is a huge honor for our local family farms and Sartori Team Members."
Learn more about Old World Cheddar and the other winners at www.people.com/food-awards, and check out newsstands nationwide on Friday, June 24th to see all the PEOPLE 2022 Food Awards winners in the July 4, 2022 PEOPLE issue.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (April 25, 2022) –Sartori® Cheese is thrilled to announce that Ken Kane has achieved his Master Cheesemaker certification in both Parmesan and Romano.
Ken Kane joined Sartori® in 2005 in an entry-level role eventually working his way up to become the plant manager of Sartori’s® West Main Creamery & East Main Cave facilities. He has spent the last 17 years perfecting his cheesemaking ability while supporting the growth and development of dozens of other award-winning Sartori® cheesemakers.
“The thing I love about cheesemaking is really the art. It’s ever-changing, it’s living,” Master Cheesemaker, Ken Kane said, “there are lots of little pieces that we’re adding and adjusting or monitoring to make a consistent high-quality cheese, day in and day out.”
“We are proud of Ken Kane and his Master Cheesemaker certification. His ability not only to produce amazing products but to also effectively train and teach other Team Members are key parts of achieving our mission: To Make the Best Cheese in the World,” said Bert Sartori, President of Sartori® Cheese.
Every Master Cheesemaker candidate has upwards of 80,000 hours of cheesemaking before being accepted into the program. Every cheesemaker must be a licensed cheesemaker for 10 years with at least five years of experience in the specific variety they wish to be certified in. Sartori also has a leading Master Cheesemaker apprentice program that helps hone the cheesemaker’s skills and helps prepare them for the final steps of their training. Once accepted into the prestigious Master Cheesemaker program, it requires 3 years of rigorous training and coursework. In the state of Wisconsin, there are more than 1,200 licensed cheesemakers but less than 80 hold the prestigious title of Master Cheesemaker.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (March 23, 2022) – Yesterday, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers signed Senate Bill 827 into law at Sartori® Cheese in Plymouth, Wisconsin.
The bill, authored by State Senator Joan Ballweg (R-Markesan) and State Representative Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc) provides funding for the new Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports (WIAE), a $5 million, five-year program intended to boost the sale of Wisconsin dairy products, crops, and meat internationally. Wisconsin Secretary of Agriculture, Randy Romanski, and Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association Executive Director, John Umhoefer, were also in attendance.
The signing took place in Sartori® Cheese’s historic East Main Caves in Plymouth. Sartori®, a family-owned specialty cheese company based in Wisconsin, is one of the world’s most award-winning cheesemakers. Over the past decade, Sartori® has steadily expanded their specialty cheese export business and the company expects this new funding to help accelerate growth.
“We are thrilled by the bipartisan efforts of the Wisconsin government to promote Wisconsin cheese exports globally.” said Sartori CEO, Jeff Schwager “We thank Governor Evers and all who worked to bring this bill into fruition. This funding will help introduce consumers across the globe to the amazing specialty cheese products coming out of Wisconsin.”
After signing Senate Bill 827, Governor Evers stayed to receive a tour of the East Main Caves and hand finish a few of Sartori’s® internationally award-winning Espresso BellaVitano® cheese wheels.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (December 31st, 2021) – A proud Plymouth, Wisconsin tradition returns, live and in-person, with the 15th Annual Sartori® Big Cheese Drop. The family-friendly event, lauded as “One of the Quirkiest New Year’s Eve Traditions” by CNN, culminates with a giant wedge of Sartori® BellaVitano® Gold dropping 100 feet to the crowd’s countdown.
Sponsored by fourth-generation and family-owned Sartori® Cheese, the Big Cheese Drop brings hundreds of people to the historic downtown of Plymouth, known officially as the “Cheese Capital of the World.” Hosted by the Plymouth Arts Center, the event includes live music, bonfires with hot cocoa and cheese sampling.
“We’re so happy to see this event return in-person in 2021,” said Jim Sartori, chairman of Sartori® Cheese. “Now more than ever, we’re excited for the opportunity to bring our families, friends and neighbors safely together to ring in the New Year.”
Festivities begin at the Plymouth Arts Center (520 E. Mill Street Plymouth, Wisconsin) at 8:30p.m. with live music by Bella Musik followed by the Honeygoats. The Big Cheese Drop begins at 10p.m. Festivities continue through 12:30a.m. with music and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (March 31st, 2021) – Sartori® Cheese is excited to announce a $47,000 donation to Make-A-Wish Wisconsin. For the tenth season in a row, Sartori® partnered with Green Bay Packer kicker, Mason Crosby, to support Make-A-Wish Wisconsin. Sartori® donates $1,000 for each regular-season and $1,500 for each post-season completed field goal. Crosby had a perfect 2020 season converting all regular & post season kicks, totaling up to $22,000. Over the past ten seasons this partnership has generated over $300,000 in donations.
“We are so proud to work with Mason and Make-A-Wish Wisconsin,” said Jim Sartori, Chairman of Sartori® Company. “We hope these efforts bring comfort, hope and joy to children facing critical illnesses and their families.”
Sartori® is donating an additional $25,000 to honor the tireless work of the Sartori Team Members and Family Farms through the course of the pandemic. “We truly appreciate our Team’s dedication and commitment to keeping America fed through this unprecedented public health crisis,” said Bert Sartori, President of Sartori® Company. “As a token of appreciation for our Team Members, we are making a donation to a cause we all deeply believe in.”
“The Team Members at Sartori®, along with Mason, are true champions of wish kids across the state. We look forward to granting many more wishes together in the years to come,” said Patti Gorsky, President & CEO of Make-A-Wish Wisconsin.
Plymouth, Wisconsin (December 31st, 2020) – New Year’s Eve celebrations will look a little different for many this year in the community of Plymouth, Wisconsin, home of Sartori® Cheese. The annual Sartori® Cheese Drop, nationally lauded as one of the country’s quirkiest New Year’s Eve traditions, will be going virtual in the interest of public safety.
This event celebrates the city of Plymouth, known as the Cheese capital of the world. For the past 14 years the event has drawn thousands as the community comes together to welcome in the new year. The crescendo of the event is marked by a countdown and the lowering of a giant wedge of Sartori’s world award-winning BellaVitano® Gold Cheese.
Following CDC and Wisconsin State Guidelines, the 2020 Sartori® Cheese drop was filmed in partnership with the Plymouth Arts Center and the Plymouth Fire Department. Jim Sartori, Chairman of Sartori® Cheese, and his wife, Jan, were onsite to observe the tradition. “It wouldn’t feel like New Year’s Eve in Plymouth without the Sartori® Cheese Drop – we’re very appreciative to the Plymouth Art Center & Plymouth Fire Department for helping to keep the tradition alive this year. We wish everyone a happy new year and we look forward to a very bright 2021.” said Sartori®.
Find clips of the 14th Annual Sartori® Cheese Drop here.
As a family-owned company, we believe in doing the right thing. From organizing food drives to raising money for charity, we love giving back to our community in meaningful ways that align with our core values.
Among our care for our community comes the importance of thoughtful stewardship of the land and animals. Our offices focus on paperless work stations and proper recycling, while our plants have waste management and use clean water programs.
We’re honored to partner with local food banks and the Make-A-Wish Foundation®.
Here are a couple of ways we give back to our community:
Local Food Banks
We’re proud to partner with Sheboygan County Food Bank. We donate thousands of dollars, hours, and pounds of cheese to members of the Plymouth Community to help those with food insecurity.
Make-A-Wish-Foundation®
This charity is near and dear to our hearts. It is our great wish that the joy provided by Make-A-Wish will give children and their families strength, courage, and hope moving into the future.