Standing in front of the cheese case at South End Formaggio, a pile of softly bulging, Brebirousse Argental Petit cheese gently called to me.
My nose did a few exploring sniffs in the general area of the pile of cheeses and detected no tell-tale scent of overripe.
There were sheep on the label, so this was one to learn more about. When asked, our cheesemonger said, "There's nothing about it not to like."
He knew I liked strong, sheepy cheese and warned me that this one has a more moderate flavor. But, I figured sheep milk will show its personality and richness and added one to my order. I also like to have some great, mild cheese for friends who don't like my stinky finds.
This piece of art sat on the kitchen counter, tempting the two of us with its lovely, fuzzy rind, and bright orange glow until we finished our day's work and were ready to enjoy a glass of wine and bit of cheese. I could already see it as a show-stopper on a cheese tray.
Yesterday, we showed you how we opened this plump prize with a cheese harp
The taste was mild in a brie-like way, but the rind was perfect and most certainly added to our enjoyment of this cheese. We continued to cut smaller wedges with the wire cutter and enjoyed every inch of our find.
Micah Shull at Fromaggio e' Meraviglioso reviewed it and said, "The interior paste looks like vanilla pudding. It is rich, creamy and thick on the tongue. Brebirousse tastes buttery, salty, with a little sweetness and hints of meadow, but not obviously a sheep's milk cheese."
The Smelly Cheese Club will provide more details on the production of this little gem.
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Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
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