| COEUR DE
NEUFCHATEL |
 Description:
This cheese comes from
Neufchatel in the "Pays de Bray" which is situated in northern Normandie. It is
a member of the AOC family, and is made in several different shapes.
Surprisingly, one of its shape is a heart, ideal for Valentine’s Day ! A
legend tells that in the 100 Years War, the young maidens of Neufchatel-en-Bray
offered this cheese to their gallant English conquerors. To the delight of the
priests, they ate the cheese and thought they were in heaven, as the shape
reminded them of angels wings.
Texture:
Its texture and taste is similar to
its well known-cousin, Camembert. The dry rind is velvety white, its gold pate
is firm but supple.
Taste:
The taste is marked but delicate.
Eaten with crusty bread and a strong red wine, this cheese is a gourmet
delight. |
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| From |
Milk |
 |
 |
| Season for
indulging |
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| AOC
in |
 |
1977 |
| Weight |
 |
200 g |
| Affinage |
 |
1 to 2 weeks |
| Pate
(dough) |
 |
Uncooked, unpressed soft cheese with a white
mould |
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