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Cheese - Roquefort Black Label

100 - 120g (1 pack) (~120g)
$9.24
$76.98/kg
Cheese - Roquefort Black Label is available to buy in increments of 0.12

Product Description

Papillon's Cheese - Roquefort Black Label is a world-famous blue cheese made from unpasteurized sheep's milk. Aged for over 4 months in the natural Combalou Caves, this cheese is distinguished by its white curd and intense blue marbling. The taste is balanced and fairly salty, with a big personality that lingers in the mouth. Perfect for melting or enjoying on its own, this cheese offers a creamy texture and a powerful aftertaste. Papillon has been crafting this exceptional Roquefort since 1906, combining tradition and natural savoir-faire to create an inimitable product.

Key Features

  • Exceptional Quality: Made from unpasteurized sheep's milk and aged for over 4 months in natural caves, ensuring a rich and complex flavor.
  • Traditional Craftsmanship: Papillon has been making this Roquefort since 1906, combining natural savoir-faire and tradition to create an inimitable product.
  • Rich Texture: The creamy and slightly granulated texture melts deliciously in the mouth, providing a unique culinary experience.

Complementary Products

  • Serve this superb cheese as a delicacy accompanied by a generous slice of rye bread and a medium-bodied red wine.
  • Add it as a prominent feature on any cheese platter.
  • Roquefort and Sauternes is a classic pairing, as the rich, honey, fruit flavors of peaches and apricots of the wine combine well with the salty, tangy flavors of the cheese.

Suggested Recipe

Roquefort Cheese Salad

Ingredients:

  • 100g Roquefort cheese
  • 200g mixed salad greens
  • 1 apple, thinly sliced
  • 50g walnuts, toasted
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Place the mixed salad greens in a large bowl.
  2. Add the thinly sliced apple to the salad greens.
  3. Crumble the Roquefort cheese over the salad.
  4. Sprinkle the toasted walnuts on top.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.

About The Brand

Since 1906, Papillon Dairies have been producing authentic Roquefort cheese from the Auvergne region of France. Known for their traditional methods and high-quality products, Papillon's Roquefort is aged in the natural Combalou Caves for over 4 months, resulting in a cheese with a balanced, salty flavor and a creamy, supple texture. The brand's commitment to natural savoir-faire, tradition, and flavor makes their Roquefort inimitable and highly regarded among cheese connoisseurs.

Unpasteurized sheep's milk, salt, animal rennet, cheese cultures, penicillium roqueforti

Nutrient Per 100g
Energy 369 Kcal
Fat 30.6g
- Saturated 19.6g
Carbohydrates 2.0g
- Sugars 0g
Protein 21.5g
Sodium 1809mg
Calcium 549mg

Vegetarian, Fresh, Never Frozen

Contains milk

Store in the vegetable crisper in your fridge. Wrap in parchment or wax paper, then wrap loosely in plastic wrap. Do not store in the freezer as it will alter the texture. Remove from the fridge an hour before serving to enjoy at room temperature.