Saint Nectaire AOP
AuverMont · Auvergne, France
Supple and earthy, with a mushroomy aroma and a mellow hazelnut flavour.
The cheese
Saint Nectaire is a washed-rind cow's milk cheese from the volcanic Monts Dore in the Auvergne, made there since the 17th century. This is the laitier version, made by AuverMont from pasteurised milk. The wheels are matured for six to eight weeks on rye straw mats in cool, damp cellars, where a natural grey, white and golden rind develops.
Tasting notes
The paste is soft and supple. The aroma is earthy, with notes of cellar and mushroom, and the flavour is mellow and milky with a lingering hazelnut finish.
How to enjoy
Serve it on a board with honey and walnut lavosh and grapes, or melt it with potatoes. Pair it with a Gamay or another light red. Take it out of the fridge an hour before serving.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping options
Free pickup in store (Paddington) is available for all orders.
Local courier (within 40km of Paddington): Rates calculated at checkout based on distance.
Refrigerated delivery available to parts of NSW, ACT, Victoria and Queensland. See our shipping policy for more details.
How will my order arrive?
Temperature-sensitive orders are packed with insulation and ice packs to help them arrive in great condition. Couriers are instructed to leave parcels in a safe place where possible. If re-delivery is required, a re-delivery fee may apply.
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Important to note
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