From the family of Brie cheeses, this one is most closely related to a Coulommiers, although slightly larger and aged with a fern leaf. Its origins are artisian based having been made directly on farms for single-family consumption. The fern was used both for decoration and to impart a woodsy, earthy scent to the cheese. The cheese is now produced on a much larger scale. Thicker than a Brie de Nangis, it tends to ripen slowly, often with a section of the interior left firm. The flavor is sweet and milky, typical of Brie but with more depth. Forest scents come through delightfully. Product Metrics:
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Rind: White mold rind, aged with a fern leaf
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Aging: About 4 weeks
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Wines: Bourgogne, Bordeau, Cotes du Rhone
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Consistency: Soft, supple
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Taste: The scent of the fern blends with the fragrance of the mold; the pate is sweet and has a salty taste.
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Brand: Rouzaire
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Country: France
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Region: Ile-de-France
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Milk: Cow
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1.5 Pound Portion
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4 Portion Case
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