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South west - Pyrenees
Whole Ossau Iraty PDO | Farmhouse Tomme cheese with raw ewe's milk ±4.5kg LES SALOIRS DE LOUIS
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Ossau-Iraty PDO is a traditional cheese emblematic of the Basque Country and Béarn, made exclusively from sheep's milk. This whole cheese weighing around 4.5kg has a supple, creamy texture and balanced aromas of hazelnut, hay and warm milk, typical of Pyrenean shepherds. Matured according to PDO criteria, it illustrates the ancestral know-how of the mountain dairy industry. Chosen by Ledelas for its consistent quality and distinctive character.
Culinary uses
Ideal at the end of a meal on a cheese platter, accompanied by black cherry jam or quince paste. It can also be grated into a gratin, melted in an omelette or served in shavings on a rustic salad.
Tips for storing and using
► Store between 4 and 8 °C
► Remove from the fridge 30 min before serving
► Wrap in cheese paper or cling film to preserve moisture
► Consume within a few days of cutting for optimum texture
Location in store: Atelier BOF
PDO
a piece ≃ 4.5 Kg