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Pont-l’Évêque

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Stink Level: 7/10

Soft washed-rind cow's milk cheese in square form. It gives off a scent described as earthy, nutty, grassy, mild funk, with a taste that’s mildly salty, creamy, grassy, nutty, and a texture that's orange-beige rind, soft and springy texture. It’s often enjoyed served with pear or honey, on warm toast, paired with cider.

Other names: Pont-l'évêque cheese

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Best enjoyed...

  • Served with pear or honey.
  • On warm toast.
  • Paired with cider.

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Robiola

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Stink Level: 5/10

Soft mixed-milk cheese (cow, sheep, goat). It gives off a scent described as mild, lactic, mushroomy, grassy, with a taste that’s tangy, creamy, buttery, slightly sharp, and a texture that's white rind, creamy and spreadable interior. It’s often enjoyed served with truffle honey, figs, crackers, paired with barbera.

Other names: Robiola Piemonte

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Best enjoyed...

  • Served with truffle honey.
  • Served with figs.
  • Served with crackers.
  • Paired with Barbera.

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