Tomme de Savoie

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Tomme de Savoie A semi firm, disc-shaped, cow's milk cheese from Savoie in the French Alps. It has a distinct, thick, gray-brown rind with a beige or straw colored paste. It has a slightly salty, mild but savory taste with an aroma reminiscent of a cheese cellar. Tomme de Savoie is often made with skim milk after the cream has been used to make butter. This is why Tommes are traditionally low in fat content (20-40 %). There are many varieties of Tommes and are often named after the village where they are produced. Tommes, made in winter are from the milk of cows that are fed hay very different from the Tommes made with the summer milk from cows that gaze in the high mountain pastures. The maturing process often takes several months which gives the cheese a thick rind with a rustic appearance. It is gray in color with patches of yellow or red moulding. The taste is soft and fruity and occasionally one can detect a subtle flavor of grass. Source: cheese.com

My Review

Tomme de Savoie is a mild, almost sweet cheese which delivers a sharp hind flavor. It is moderately firm and melts creamy in your mouth. It has a pleasant yet pungent aftertaste similar to a cheddar. I highly recommend you seeking this cheese out.