ROQUEFORT Cheese per 100g

Roquefort cheese is tangy, creamy and slightly moist with crumbly texture. It boasts a distinct flavor due to the use of Penicillium roqueforti mold. The exterior of the cheese is edible and slightly salty, and it pairs well with crusty bread, fruits, and sweet wines.

The taste of Roquefort cheese is genuinely distinctive. It offers a complex profile of flavors, both saline and tangy, creamy and earthy at the same time. The cheese is made from the raw milk of a specific breed of sheep called Lacaune, which graze in the limestone-rich pastures of the region. This unique terroir gives Roquefort its characteristic taste.

Upon taking your first bite, you'll experience a sharp and salty kick that melts into a luscious creaminess as the cheese coats your palate. The blue veins running through the cheese add a subtle zest and a slightly spicy edge. The flavors are, however, generally well-balanced and manageable, making Roquefort an exceptional cheese for pairing or enjoying on its own.

In addition to its delightful taste, Roquefort has a smooth and crumbly texture. It easily crumbles apart, allowing you to savor every bite. The cheese's velvety mouthfeel enhances the overall tasting experience and adds to its allure.

The production of Roquefort cheese is a meticulous and time-honored process. The cheese is aged in natural limestone caves, a unique environment that fosters the growth of Penicillium roqueforti, the mold responsible for the cheese's distinctive blue veins. The cheese is carefully monitored and turned by hand to ensure a consistent distribution of flavors throughout the aging process, resulting in the unique taste and texture of Roquefort.