The Franche-Comte region is the coldest region in France. During the winter, local farmers made small rounds of cheese to utilize the winter milk that was so difficult to deliver to the Comte cooperatives. The result was "Vachelins," made in this region since the 12th century. Louis XV loved this type of cheese for the smoothness and the consistency of paste.Vacherin Mont d'Or (golden mountain) is a washed rind cheese that is so creamy that it can be eaten with a spoon. Many cut the top off so it can be served by the spoonful, others open it up and let it seep out while eating the delicious rind with it. Each wheel is wrapped with a resinous, aromatic strip of spruce bark. This prevents this creamy cheese from collapsing and has the added benefit of imparting its flavor to the cheese. Vacherin has an amazing woodsy, nutty aroma and flavor and pairs well with fruit and fruity wines such as Beaujolais or Côte du Jura.Vacherin Mont d'Or is best enjoyed within seven days.Made from cow's milk.Photo depicts whole 9.5 oz. form.
J**N
You get what you pay for.
Was looking for the real deal of Vacherin Mont D’or, this was NOT it. The rind is a completely off color almost white like a camembert not that soft peachy pink. And the box “fir box” is not the same. Read reviews after the purchase on igourmet the original first party seller, and people are saying its actually lacking flavor. Long story short cheap cheese but you get what you pay for 🤷🏻♀️
P**I
OMG!
This cheese is fantastic and we so lucky to be able to get it in the US so easily! It is seasonal, November to April, so don’t delay!
J**N
Five Stars
Excellent
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