Les Frères Marchand Valençay AOP is an elegant and distinctive goat cheese from the Loire Valley, instantly recognizable by its truncated pyramid shape dusted with natural ash. Valençay represents centuries of French cheesemaking tradition and refinement — a perfect expression of terroir and craftsmanship.
About the Cheese
Legend has it that Napoleon, upon returning from a campaign in Egypt, ordered the top of the cheese cut off to remove its pyramid shape — giving rise to its modern, flat-topped form.
Made from fresh goat’s milk and matured under the AOP (Appellation d’Origine Protégée) standard, Valençay develops a natural grey-blue rind with a soft, creamy interior and a slightly crumbly heart.
Product Highlights
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Origin: Berry / Loire Valley, France
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Certification: AOP (Protected Designation of Origin)
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Milk Type: Raw or thermized goat’s milk
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Texture: Soft, smooth, and creamy near the rind, slightly firm at the core
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Aging: 3 to 4 weeks
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Flavour Profile: Fresh, tangy, slightly nutty and citrusy, with mild salt and earthy notes
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Aroma: Subtle goat aroma with hints of cellar and herbs
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Intensity: 2/5 (Mild and balanced)
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Rind: Natural ash-coated, edible
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Shape: Truncated pyramid