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Gratte-Paille

Bloomy RindCow MilkFrance, Île-de-FranceNONE

Brick-shaped triple-cream from Seine-et-Marne whose name means "scratched straw" from its mat marks.

Aging Time

14 days – 1 month

Style: Bloomy Rind
Milk: Cow
Origin: France · Île-de-France
Ripening: ≥ 14 days

Tasting Board

Texture

Triple cream, oozy

Flavor

Rich, tangy, nutty

Nutrition (per 100g)

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