Mothais sur Feuille is the kind of French cheese that makes you pause mid-bite just to appreciate how good it is. Creamy, soft, and wrapped in a chestnut leaf, this goat cheese has a unique rustic charm that sets it apart. The leaf does more than just look pretty. It adds a subtle woodsy note and helps the cheese ripen perfectly.
This fromage comes from Poitou-Charentes, a region that knows a thing or two about goat cheese. Unlike firmer chèvres, Mothais stays lush and spreadable thanks to a slow aging process in humid cellars. The chestnut leaf keeps things inside balanced, soaking up excess moisture while gently shaping the flavor.
Let Mothais sit out before digging in, then spread it over a thick slice of crusty bread with a drizzle of honey or a handful of toasted nuts. Fresh figs work beautifully. And if you are pouring wine, go for something crisp like rosé Champagne, a light red, or a Loire Valley white.
Mothais is seasonal and best from spring through fall when the milk is at its richest. If you love soft, creamy goat cheese, this one belongs on your list!
- Texture: Soft and silky, sometimes almost spoonable when perfectly ripe.
- Flavor: Buttery and mild at first, then earthier, with hints of mushrooms, dried leaves, and a whisper of citrus.
- Aroma: Starts off light. As it ages, it picks up nutty, woodsy notes.
Ingredients: Pasteurized goat's milk, salt, lactic ferments, rennet.
Nutritional information coming soon
Nutritional information coming soon