Agour Ossau Iraty Cheese – Aged 6 Months 7.05 oz
Amidst the scenic rolling mountains of the French Pyrénées, where nature's beauty meets culinary excellence, lies the secret to our Agour Ossau Iraty Cheese. Crafted from the rich, pasteurized sheep’s milk of the Iraty, Saint-Pée-Sur-Nivelle, and surrounding valleys, this cheese is a testament to tradition and quality.
Aged for six months to perfection, each bite reveals a symphony of flavors. The firm yet creamy texture carries nutty notes with a hint of macadamia, complemented by a smooth, dense ivory paste. Its amber, mold-speckled rind adds a rustic charm, encapsulating the essence of the lush pastures where our sheep graze. This cheese’s depth is attributed to the seasonal milk production from ewes, which graze freely for eight months, ensuring the finest milk for our cheese.
Indulge in the world-renowned excellence of Agour Fromagerie’s Ossau Iraty, honored as a World Champion at the World Cheese Awards in London.
Made from pasteurized sheep's milk.
Hand-cut and wrapped with care.
What to do if a surface bloom/mould appears on the cheese?
It is important to remember that cheese is a living product, a living artisanal product! During the ripening process, mushrooms form all around the cheese. Under the regular care and love of the master cheesemaker, who rubs and turns his cheeses daily, a beautiful uniform rind will appear. Depending on the season and the storage conditions of the cheeses, a surface bloom may "grow back". No problem! This is absolutely not dangerous for your health and it does not change the taste of the cheese. It is even a good sign; it proves that your product is natural. And at Agour all our cheeses are natural rinds, without colouring or preservatives. To remove this layer, simply rub the slice of your cheese to remove the unwanted film that has just developed. All you have to do is enjoy it!
Pairs well with our Mousse de Foie de Canard au Porto, our Charcuterie Trio or any of our Cornichons.
