Petit Basque Cheese is a traditional French sheep’s milk cheese from the Basque region, known for its smooth texture and approachable, gently nutty flavor. This 1.2-pound wheel reflects the pastoral heritage of southwestern France, where sheep grazing on lush hillsides produce milk rich in character.
The texture is semi-firm and supple, with a smooth, sliceable paste and a natural rind. Its flavor is mild yet distinctive, offering notes of butter, toasted nuts, and sweet cream, with a subtle earthiness typical of sheep’s milk cheeses. The balanced profile makes it both flavorful and easy to enjoy.
Versatile and crowd-pleasing, Petit Basque is ideal for cheese boards, sandwiches, or melting into dishes. Its smooth texture and gentle flavor make it a reliable choice for both everyday use and entertaining, showcasing the warmth and tradition of Basque cheesemaking.
- Pairings: Côtes de Gascogne, Rioja Crianza, dry Rosé, or a light-bodied red.
Ingredients: Sheep's milk, salt, rennet, lactic starters, calcium chloride, surface coloring - caramel, annato.
Nutritional information coming soon
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