Coeur de Bray Neufchatel cheese originates from the village of Neufchatel-en-Bray in northern Normandy. Made from pasteurized cow's milk, it is one of France's oldest cheeses, dating back as far as 1035. Legend goes that French farm girls fell in love with English soldiers during the Hundred Years War and started making heart shaped cheeses to show their love. Neufchatel has a grainy, close textured and thick paste covered with a soft, downy, velvety bloomy rind. Matured for 8 to 10 weeks, the taste and texture is reminiscent of a Camembert; Mushroomy, rich, nutty and slightly yeasty.
Comparable Cheese: Camembert, Camembert au Lait Cru
Pairing: Dry Riesling, Cabernet Franc
Comparable Cheese: Camembert, Camembert au Lait Cru
Pairing: Dry Riesling, Cabernet Franc