🧀🔥 MONT D'OR AOP (400g) – The Ultimate Winter Delicacy
⭐ Seasonal & Rare: Get Your Hands on the "King of Cheeses" from Costco!
Meet Mont d'Or, the highly anticipated French cheese that is only produced during the cold months (typically September to May) and is therefore highly sought after by cheese lovers worldwide!
This 400g wheel of soft, creamy unpasteurized (Au lait cru) cheese is wrapped in a strip of spruce bark, which imparts a distinctive, earthy, and forest-like aroma. Recognized with the prestigious AOP certification (Protected Designation of Origin), this is the authentic, ultra-rich winter treat.
When warmed, the interior becomes so soft it can be literally spooned out—a truly decadent and unforgettable experience.
🌟 Why This Seasonal Cheese is a Must-Try
1. The Baked Brie Killer (Fondue Ready)
While delicious at room temperature, the classic and best way to enjoy Mont d'Or is by baking it (Fondue Mont d'Or). Its soft, runny texture makes it the perfect dippable cheese.
2. Size & Shelf Appeal
Size: 400g is a generous size, perfect for a dinner party centerpiece or for a couple to enjoy over a weekend.
Packaging: It comes in its original wooden spruce box, which not only gives it flavor but also acts as the perfect baking dish and serving platter.
3. The Spruce Bark Flavor
The unique taste imparted by the spruce bark is crucial. It adds a subtle resinous, woodsy note that distinguishes Mont d'Or from any other soft cheese.
💡 Pro Hacks & Pairing
The Essential Baking Trick (How to Cook)
1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Score: Puncture the top rind a few times with a knife, or make a shallow cross cut.
3. Flavor: Pour a splash of white wine (ideally Jura or Sauvignon Blanc) and a sliver of garlic into the cuts.
4. Bake: Wrap the outside of the wooden box with aluminum foil for safety, then bake for 10–15 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and molten inside.
5. Serve: Serve hot with a spoon!
Leftover & Serving Ideas
Dipping: Use the melted cheese for dipping crusty baguette slices, boiled or roasted potatoes, and sliced cured meats (like Prosciutto or speck).
Storage & Ripening: The cheese will become runnier and stronger in flavor the closer it gets to its expiration date. Monitor its ripeness in the fridge and save it for when you need maximum intensity!
🍷 Perfect Pairings
| Type |
Food Pairing |
Drink Pairing |
| Savory |
Cured Ham (Prosciutto), Cornichons (Small Pickles), Rustic Bread |
Jura Wine (Savagnin) - The traditional, classic pairing! |
| Simple |
Steamed Potatoes (New Potatoes), Roasted Root Vegetables |
Dry White Wine (Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre) or Sparkling Wine |
| Beer |
Full-bodied Ales, Trappist Beers, or Strong Belgian Blondes |
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📋 Product Information
Type: Natural Cheese (Soft, Washed Rind)
Net Weight: 400g
Origin: France
Storage: Keep Refrigerated (Below 10°C)
Nutrition Facts (Per 100g Estimate):
299 kcal, 18g Protein, 25g Fat, 0.5g Carbs, 1.3g Salt
Ingredients:
Unpasteurized Milk (Raw Milk), Salt.
Do not miss this limited-time cheese! Order your Mont d'Or for an unforgettable winter feast.
