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Pavé du Nord

Washed RindCow MilkFrance, NordNONE

A square washed-rind cheese from northern France related to the Maroilles family, with a distinctive orange-red sticky rind.

Aging Time

1 month – 2 months

Style: Washed Rind
Milk: Cow
Origin: France · Nord
Ripening: ≥ 1 month

Tasting Board

Texture

Soft, washed rind, sticky

Flavor

Strong, pungent, meaty

Nutrition (per 100g)

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