Saint-Nectaire Laitier AOP

Saint-Nectaire has been made in the Auvergne region of France since at least the 17th century. This cheese is aged traditionally on rye straw for at least 4 weeks in damp volcanic cellars in the town of Allanche. Affineurs wash the cheese with a salt water brine during maturation and turn the cheese over on a regular basis to achieve its characteristic orange and grey rind. Known for its creamy, unctuous paste and hazelnut flavor, Saint-Nectaire pairs easily with charcuterie and a crusty baguette and melts beautifully into recipes!