Artisanal cheeses have been enjoyed and celebrated all over the world. The rich tradition and lore of the cheesemaker has found its way to places where artisanal cheese is not the first thing that comes to mind: the american south. The Rise of Southern Cheese celebrates the people whose passion for artisanal cheese is changing the way people think about traditional southern foods. With stops in Tennessee, Alabama, and Georgia, this film provides a snapshot of the cheese that's making its way to tables across America.