{"product_id":"pyramide-de-valencay-fromagerie-pierre-jacquin","title":"Pyramide de Valencay “Fromagerie Pierre Jacquin”","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis Pyramide de Valençay-style cheese captures the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3024\" data-end=\"3057\"\u003eshape, balance, and character\u003c\/strong\u003e of a historic French original, while offering an accessible and compliant version for Australian cheese lovers. Fresh, elegant, and quietly expressive, it’s a perfect introduction to lactic goat cheeses from central France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indre-et-Loire, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMilk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRennet Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Animal rennet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003c\/strong\u003eVegetable ash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification: \u003c\/strong\u003eArtisanal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelf Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 - 10 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with: \u003c\/strong\u003eSauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Chenin Blanc, dry Rosé\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimilar cheeses: \u003c\/strong\u003eHoly Goat Brigids Well, Rond de la Tradition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"297\"\u003ePyramide de Valençay (Pasteurised Goat’s Milk) – Berry Style\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"739\"\u003eInspired by one of the most iconic goat cheeses of central France, this \u003cstrong data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"408\"\u003ePyramide de Valençay-style cheese\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a refined and approachable expression of the Berry tradition. Produced using pasteurised goat’s milk, it stays true to the spirit of Valençay while meeting Australian import requirements. Compact in size (around 220g), it is an elegant, versatile goat cheese that works beautifully on both casual and refined cheese boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"744\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"768\"\u003eTerroir and Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003eThis cheese draws inspiration from the historic Valençay cheeses of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eBerry and Indre-et-Loire regions\u003c\/strong\u003e, an area long celebrated for lactic goat cheeses shaped by limestone soils and a temperate climate. Traditionally made with raw milk and protected under PDO status, Valençay-style cheeses exported to Australia are produced with pasteurised milk while preserving the same techniques, shape, and visual identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eThe distinctive \u003cstrong data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003etruncated pyramid shape\u003c\/strong\u003e is steeped in legend, often linked to Napoleon’s Egyptian campaign, and has become one of the most recognisable forms in French cheesemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003eProduction and Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eMilk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pasteurised goat’s milk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lactic goat cheese, ash-coated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003eRind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural bloomy rind dusted with vegetable ash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 220g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003eThe ash plays a key role in neutralising acidity during early ageing and helps develop the fine, blue-grey bloomy rind. Ageing is short and controlled, allowing the cheese to express freshness while gradually gaining depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003eTexture and Flavour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003eDense yet tender at the core, becoming creamier just beneath the rind as it matures. When young, the paste is compact and clean; with time, it softens without ever becoming runny.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2288\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2049\"\u003eFresh and lactic at first, with gentle citrus and lemony notes typical of classic Berry goat cheeses. As it ages, the flavour evolves toward soft nuttiness and light earthy tones, while remaining balanced and elegant rather than assertive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2402\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2300\" data-end=\"2303\"\u003eSubtle and clean, with hints of fresh milk, cellar notes, and a delicate mineral edge from the ash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2404\" data-end=\"2407\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2432\"\u003ePairing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2445\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2443\"\u003eWine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2479\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2479\"\u003eSauvignon Blanc (Loire style)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2496\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2482\" data-end=\"2496\"\u003eChenin Blanc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2509\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2509\"\u003eRiesling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2512\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003eDry Rosé\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2535\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2533\"\u003eFood:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2536\" data-end=\"2681\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2536\" data-end=\"2568\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2538\" data-end=\"2568\"\u003eCrusty sourdough or baguette\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2609\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2609\"\u003eFresh pears, grapes, or apple slices\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003eToasted almonds or walnuts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2641\" data-end=\"2681\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2643\" data-end=\"2681\"\u003eA drizzle of mild honey for contrast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2683\" data-end=\"2686\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2688\" data-end=\"2704\"\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2706\" data-end=\"2926\"\u003eServe slightly chilled or at cool room temperature to appreciate the contrast between the firmer centre and the softer outer paste. 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