Pyrénées Brebis is a celebrated sheep’s milk cheese from the Béarn region in the heart of France’s Pyrénées Mountains. Considered a younger sibling of the iconic Ossau-Iraty — one of France’s most historic cheeses — Pyrénées Brebis is crafted with time-honored Basque methods and aged for six months. Its smooth, ivory paste delivers delicate floral notes, a nutty character, and a gentle cooked-milk sweetness, making it an elegant yet approachable table cheese. The shorter aging gives it a creamier texture and fresher flavor compared to its longer-aged counterpart, while still offering the depth and complexity that sheep’s milk cheeses are loved for.
This cheese is made from the milk of the native Basco-Béarnaise sheep, a breed prized for its rich, high-fat, high-protein milk that’s perfect for cheesemaking. With their signature curved horns and long, white wool, these sheep are integral to the pastoral traditions of the Basque region. Pyrénées Brebis reflects this heritage beautifully, showcasing the terroir of the mountains. Whether sliced for a sandwich, paired with sour cherry preserves, or featured on a cheese board, it brings authentic French character and rustic elegance to the table.
- Pairings: Full-bodied red wines such as Bordeaux or Rioja.
Ingredients: Pasteurized sheep milk, salt, rennet, cultures.
Nutritional information coming soon
Nutritional information coming soon