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Milk type
Cow
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Region of origin
Auvergne Rhône-Alpes
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Cheese type
Uncooked pressed cheese
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Heat treatment
Raw milk
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Country of origin
France
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Type of production
Farmstead
CANTAL GRAND AFFINAGE AOP
This Cantal Grand Affinage is made exclusively from the milk of Salers cows, revealing a flavor profile that is both tangy and buttery.
This Cantal Grand Affinage is made exclusively from the milk of Salers cows, revealing a flavor profile that is both tangy and buttery.
Cantal Aged 240 Days: A Cheese of Character and Intensity
Discover the bold intensity of Cantal vieux, aged for a minimum of 240 days—a true gem of French terroir offering a rich and unforgettable tasting experience for lovers of strong, characterful cheeses.
From the very first bite, whey and acetic notes emerge gracefully, soon followed by hints of fragrant flowers. Its brown, buttoned rind reveals a deep yellow paste, dotted with the signature fermented grains of well-aged Cantal.
On the palate, salted butter gives way to explosive animal notes, which gradually mellow into a subtly bitter finish. The texture transforms throughout the tasting: the grains break apart, then melt into a buttery smoothness.
Perfect for a gourmet cheese board, this aged Cantal also pairs wonderfully with bold red wines or craft beers for a daring flavor combination.
A symbol of the Auvergne mountains, Cantal cheese has been crafted since time immemorial by teams of “cantalous,” heirs to a tradition that spans over a thousand years.
This Cantal Grand Affinage is made exclusively from the milk of Salers cows, the native breed of the Massif Central, collected using time-honored methods.
Geraud Delorme, a young producer and also President of the Tradition de Salers association, is one of the rare and passionate artisans working with Maison Mons. He embodies the spirit of the kind of farming we deeply admire—authentic, local, and rooted in heritage.
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