Munster AOP 125g
Just like the name implies, this is a munster of a cheese! It is a semi-soft cow's milk cheese that is washed during maturation with a brine to foster the growt…
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Munster AOP 125g
$16.00
Description
Just like the name implies, this is a munster of a cheese! It is a semi-soft cow's milk cheese that is washed during maturation with a brine to foster the growth of bacteria leaving this cheese with a sticky and very aromatic coating.
Munster dates back to the seventeenth century and like many other cheeses, it was originally made by monks who sourced milk from the local farmers. These days, the cheese is protected by its appellation and made in the Alsace region. The farmers that provide the milk for this cheese, must allow their herd to only eat grass and no other feed throughout the year to ensure the purity of the milk and the quality of the cheese. During the summer, the farmers bring their herd to higher pastures for the cattle to enjoy the open air and untreated grass.
Interestingly, to make Munster, a variety of two milks are mixed - This is either the morning milk or first milking mixed with skimmed milk from the previous day. When you are first introduced to Munster, you might be a little taken aback by the aroma, so expect a sharp fragrance with a somewhat gamey smell. However, the one thing we often mention is, even though you will smell this cheese before you see it, the taste is more subtle, salty, floral and tangy with a lovely long finish.
Country of origin: France
Region, town: Vosges, Haut-Rhin, Bas-Rhin
Source of milk: Cow’s Milk
Texture: Creamy, Smooth and Sticky
Flavour: Subtle salty, Savory, Tangy, Floral
Aging time: Minimum 5 weeks
Serving suggestion: To serve, accompany this cheese with a rye bread, crackers with cumin seeds or sprinkle some cumin seeds on top. Or experience and use it for your Tartiflette.
Wine Pairing: Perfect to enjoy with a Gerwurztraminer, Riesling or beer.
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