This semi firm/soft, washed rind cows milk cheese from the Auvergne region, France has a sweet buttery paste and a lingering earthy, mushroomy and nutty finish.
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Key Facts
Origin: Cantal, France
Milk: Cow
Rennet Type: Animal rennet
Style:Semi firm
Classification: Artisan
Shelf Life: 7-10 days, this product is cut to order
Saint Nectaire is a semi hard cheese that has been slthly pressed to keep a soft texture. Saint Nectaire is one of the most traditional cheeses from the Auvergne region, made for centuries, his rind delevops some mucor to create his own protection, it is aged for at least 4 weeks and can mature up to three months,
A little history
Saint-Nectaire shows the true reflection of the Auvergne region and takes its name from a country town Saint-Nectaire, where it has been commercialized, also known for its hot spring, as the Auvergne region is highly volcanic.
