Abbaye de Troisvaux
| This is one of several cheeses that are produced at the Abbaye de Troisvaux. This semi-soft, washed-rind cheese is based on Trappist-style cheeses like Trappe de Beval. Another of these cheeses is Losange de Saint-Paul, which is also a washed-rind cheese but it is moulded into a lozenger shape. |
| Region: | Nord-Pas-de-Calais | |
| Milk: | Cow | |
| Seasons: | Spring, Summar, Fall | |
| Classification: | Semi Soft | |
| Weight and Shape: | 480g, round | |
Tasting Notes:
The elastic rind is a yellow-orange colour from being washed with beer during maturation. The paste is smooth and creamy, without any bitterness, and has a mild aroma.
How to enjoy:
Team this cheese with a light and fruity red wine, such as a Beaujolais or a Bourgogne.
Yeasty smell well marked on the rind, firm and elastic texture, taste with a hint of bitterness reminiscent beer.
Pairing:
| White wine: | – |
| Red Wine: | – |
References: fromages.com | cheese.com | wikipedia.org