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Schloss

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Stink Level: 8/10

Austrian washed-rind cow’s milk cheese. It gives off a scent described as musty, fermented, sour, meaty, with a taste that’s sharp, nutty, salty, strong, and a texture that's orange rind, creamy center, soft and sticky. It’s often enjoyed used in open-faced sandwiches, served with pickles, paired with grüner veltliner.

Other names: Schlosskäse

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Best enjoyed...

  • Used in open-faced sandwiches.
  • Served with pickles.
  • Paired with Grüner Veltliner.

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Soumaintrain

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Stink Level: 9/10

Washed-rind cow’s milk cheese from Burgundy. It gives off a scent described as ammonia, sulfur, barnyard, intense, with a taste that’s creamy, strong, salty, pungent, and a texture that's sticky orange rind, soft and gooey interior. It’s often enjoyed spread on baguette, served with grapes or berries, paired with white burgundy.

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To the eye (and touch)
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Best enjoyed...

  • Spread on baguette.
  • Served with grapes or berries.
  • Paired with white Burgundy.

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