Cheese story
What is Brillat-Savarin?
A luxurious triple-cream cheese named after the gastronome Brillat-Savarin.
Origin
Burgundy / Normandy, France
Milk
cow cream-enriched
Board role
Soft / creamy
Cheese profile
Country
France
Region
Burgundy / Normandy
Milk type
cow cream-enriched
Texture
triple-cream soft-ripened
Rind
bloomy rind
Ageing
1 to 3 weeks
Vegetarian
Check the rennet / producer
Milk treatment
yes
Flavour profile: buttery, rich, creamy, mild
Origin, protection and character
Brillat-Savarin comes from France, especially Burgundy / Normandy. Its character comes from the balance of milk, texture, rind, ageing and local serving traditions.
Protected status
PGI/IGP
Typical ageing
1 to 3 weeks
How to serve Brillat-Savarin
cheese boards, desserts, canapés
Good food matches
Champagne
berries
brioche
Serving tip
Take it out of the fridge before serving so the texture softens and the flavour opens up. Softer cheeses usually need less time than hard aged cheeses.
Buying tip
Look for clean aroma, good texture and a style that matches the board: fresh and bright, soft and creamy, hard and nutty, blue and salty, or bold and washed-rind.
