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Fleur du Maquis

Bloomy RindSheep MilkFrance, CorsicaNONE

A Corsican sheep cheese coated with rosemary, savory, juniper berries, and chili peppers from the island maquis scrubland.

Aging Time

14 days – 2 months

Style: Bloomy Rind
Milk: Sheep
Origin: France · Corsica
Ripening: ≥ 14 days

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Texture

Soft, creamy

Flavor

Herbal, floral, mild sheep

Nutrition (per 100g)

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