MACHECOULAIS
Machecoulais
Origin: Loire-Atlantique, France
This distinctive oval cow's milk cheese develops a delicate natural rind with a subtle orange hue. Made using traditional lactique methods - a slow, lactic fermentation process - Machecoulais offers a unique dual texture: melting and almost liquid at the centre whilst maintaining a firmer, creamy consistency near the rind. Young wheels are mild and delicate, but given 5-6 weeks of maturation, they develop a pronounced depth and complex, earthy flavours.
The lactique process creates cheeses with exceptional complexity and finesse. The slow acidification allows for nuanced flavour development, resulting in a cheese that perfectly showcases the quality of local milk whilst developing its own distinctive personality through careful ageing.
Serve at room temperature to appreciate the contrasting textures. The entire cheese, rind included, is edible. Spread the molten centre on bread, letting the creamier edges provide textural interest. Excellent with cornichons and cured meats.
Net: 130g
Allergens: Contains milk
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