I can see how the pickle would taste good with a strong Cheddar OR Wensleydale (or both). You're right, UG, in that the distinction in Wensleydale is its slightly sour note. I think that sets it apart from Cheddar though - which to me has a sweeter flavour.
Wensleydale was never under threat, it's a supermarket staple here. You might be thinking of Wallace and Gromit's The Curse of the Were-Rabbit which brought an enormous surge in popularity for Stinking Bishop cheese. It's only made on one farm and demand oustripped supply for a long time afterwards.
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