This is a must-taste cheese for all herb-coated cheese lovers! Artisanal producers cover this raw sheep's milk cheese with rosemary, thyme, and savory then top it off with dried berries. These herbs contribute delicately to the cheese's herby nuances you'll experience after tasting this gem. Brin d'Amour (BRYN-dah-MORE) is sold at a variety of ages from 1 week old to 2 months aged. Each form weighs about 1.2 pounds and is about 4-5 inches square, and up to 2 inches high. Firm and aromatic with poignant hints of olives, hazelnuts, and herbs (especially rosemary), Brin d' Amour is spectacular at any age. When young the body will be creamy and slightly grainy; as it ages it becomes more assertive and runny. Avoid fruit with any age Brin d' Amour since the profound herb flavor marries much better with olives, fresh tomatoes, hot peppers and other spicy foods.
Wine Pairings
Corsican wines, Cotes de Provence
Beer Pairings
Dogfish Head Raison d'Etre