Tome de Bordeaux is a delightful French cheese. This semi-soft cheese is also sometimes called Herbillette. It is made in Loire Valley and aged in the caves of Jean d'Alos, a well-known fromagerie in Bordeaux. Tome de Bordeaux was inspired by the Corsican cheese, Brin d'Amour. The crust of this cheese is comprised of a multitude of aromatic spices including juniper, coriander, fennel, cayenne, savory, and thyme. The spicy herbal flavors of the crust pair perfectly with the naturally sweet caramel taste of creamy white goat cheese.
Beemster's Premium Goat Cheese is from the Netherlands where the Beemster company has been producing delicious cheeses on its sustainable farm for over a century. All its cheeses come from pesticide-free pastures 20 feet below sea level and are crafted by Master Cheesemakers using old fashioned artisan techniques. This unique goat's milk gouda is smooth and silky, with semi-soft texture. It is creamy and features an intriguing combination of saltiness and sweetness.
We enjoyed both of these beautiful and creative goat’s milk cheeses, featuring unique styles from old Europe. Both are highly recommended, and stand alone with traditional accompaniments such as fresh bread, crackers, mixed nuts and berries, and of course a nice glass of red Bourdeaux wine.
