Le Chablis Germain 200g

A beautiful washed rind cheese from Burgundy, L'Affiné au Chablis is made from pasteurised cow's milk and carefully rubbed with Chablis, the celebrated white wine of the same region. As the cheese matures, the Chablis helps develop its distinctive rind, which gradually changes from pale cream and gold to delicate orange and copper tones.

Beneath the rind is a wonderfully soft, creamy paste that becomes increasingly melting as the cheese ripens. Despite its washed rind appearance, L'Affiné au Chablis is surprisingly gentle, with a mild and refined flavour accompanied by fresh, floral and fruity aromas and a subtle vinous character from the Chablis.

An excellent introduction to washed rind cheeses for those who enjoy something creamy and aromatic without the intensity of stronger styles such as Époisses.

Country of origin: France
Region, town: Burgundy
Source of milk: Pasteurised cow's milk
Texture: Soft, creamy and melting
Flavour: Mild and refined with fresh, floral and fruity notes and a subtle Chablis character
Aging time: 6-8 weeks

Serving Suggestion: Allow the cheese to come to room temperature before serving with a crusty baguette, fresh pear or apple and a handful of toasted walnuts. Its soft, melting texture also makes it beautiful served simply with good bread as part of an aperitif.

Wine Pairing: Chablis is the natural choice and creates a lovely regional pairing. For something different, Germain recommends Nuits-Saint-Georges, whose Pinot Noir offers a richer contrast to the creamy cheese.

Did you know? L’Affiné au Chablis is rubbed with Chablis wine during maturation, giving the cheese its distinctive rind and delicate aromatic character. It’s also an award winner, receiving Super Gold at the World Cheese Awards in both 2021 and 2022, and Gold in 2024.