Brie de Meaux AOC French Cheese – The King of Cheeses, 0.6 lb

Brie de Meaux AOC French Cheese – The King of Cheeses, 0.6 lb

Elected “King of Cheeses” in France in 1814, Brie de Meaux is a legendary soft-ripened cheese from the Île-de-France region. Made from rich cow’s milk and aged for approximately two months, it develops a creamy, supple texture beneath its bloomy white rind. The flavor is complex and irresistible — notes of hazelnut, fresh herbs, and delicate fruit mingle with a gentle earthiness that has made it one of the most celebrated of France’s 400+ cheeses. Protected by AOC (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée) status, this is true first-class French Brie.

This artisanal Brie de Meaux is crafted from fresh, unpasteurized cow’s milk and carefully aged for 6–8 weeks in the Île-de-France region near Paris. The result is a smooth, pale-yellow paste beneath a delicate bloomy rind, delivering a rich milky flavor with sweet, buttery notes of mushrooms, truffles, and almonds. As it continues to mature, subtle nutty undertones deepen the creamy profile.

Known as “Le Roi des Fromages” (The King of Cheeses) since it was crowned at the 1814 Congress of Vienna for its exceptional taste and texture, Brie de Meaux has been prized since the Middle Ages. It received AOC status in 1980, restricting production to its traditional region around Paris.

Produced by Rouzaire, a BRC-accredited, three-generation family business based in Tournan-en-Brie, France. Their Brie de Meaux is made from uncooked, unpressed, unpasteurized cow’s milk and aged to perfection, embodying classic artisanal methods.

Serving Suggestions

Remove from the refrigerator and allow the cheese to come to room temperature for 30–60 minutes before serving. Cut into wedges or slices with a cheese knife or wire.

Perfect Pairings

•  Wines: Pinot Noir, Champagne or other sparkling wines, Chardonnay, or Sauvignon Blanc

•  Breads & Crackers: Crusty baguette, sourdough, ciabatta, or mild water/whole-grain crackers

•  Fruits: Fresh apples, pears, and grapes; dried figs or apricots

•  Accompaniments: A drizzle of honey, fig or apricot preserves, mild grainy mustard, or mild pickles/olives

•  Savory: Thin slices of prosciutto or salami

Ingredients:

Cow’s milk, salt, lactic starters, animal rennet.

Dietary Information:

•  Contains milk (dairy allergen)

•  Naturally gluten-free

Product Details:

•  Name: Brie de Meaux

•  Milk Type: Cow

•  Texture: Soft, creamy

•  Style: Soft-ripened / “stinky” (aromatic)

•  Origin: France (Île-de-France)

•  Shape: Wheel

Storage: Keep refrigerated.

Shipping: Usually ships within 1 business day. This is a perishable product and must ship via Overnight service.