Le Pompon au Piment d'Espelette
Le Pompon au Piment d'Espelette
Description
Pompon is a natural goats milk cheese, with a soft pastre and a natural rind, made in made in the Périgord Vert by the Fromagerie du Chêne Vert located in Saint-Front-sur-Nizonne, in the Dordogne, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region.
It is made up of 2 layers, the bottom layer being made up of fudgy goats cheese, and the top layer having a generous mix of Espelette pepper throughout. Its rind is thin, wrinkly and ivory in colour.
On the palate, it is a perfect balance of creamy citrus goat cheese and a mild, fruity and fragrant Espelette pepper.
Country of origin: France
Region, town: New Aquitaine, Saint-Front-sur-
Source of milk: Goat's Cheese
Texture: Creamy, fudgy
Flavour: Tangy, citrusy with fruity and fragrant Espelette peppers
Aging time: from 2 - 4 weeks
Serving suggestion: Have atop of a warm baguette with a drizzle of honey or with thinly sliced raddishes
Wine Pairing: Pair with a Mercurey Chardonnay or a red Bordeaux!