Neufchatel Coeur de Bray PDO

Everything you think you know about Neufchâtel is wrong: this is not the cream-cheese-like product you may find in the grocery store! True French Neufchâtel is a soft, mold ripened cheese similar to Camembert, but with a saltier, sharper, and granier texture.
Legend goes that French farm girls fell in love with English soldiers during the Hundred Years War and started making heart shaped cheeses to show their love.

Country of origin: France
Region, town: Normandy, Neufchâtel-en-Bray
Source of milk: Cow's Milk
Texture: texture is reminiscent of a Camembert
Flavour: mushroomy, rich, nutty and slightly yeasty.
Aging time: 2-4 weeks

Serving suggestion: As always, make sure your cheese is at room temperature before enjoying it! Spread Neufchatel cheese on toasted walnut bread or a slice of pain d'epice and serve it with apple cider for a typical French taste experience.

Wine Pairing: A very young cheese can be enjoyed with a white wine, but an older cheese with pronounced flavor should be balanced with a stronger wine such as a Bordeaux.