Weight: 250
Maturation: Minimum 0 months
Cheese Type: Uncooked, Unpressed
From the historic Touraine region, Rodolphe Le Meunier is a master affineur celebrated as a Meilleur Ouvrier de France and Best International Cheesemonger 2007, whose family legacy elevates goat cheese to an art form. This house is revered for its meticulous maturation and deep respect for tradition, with each cheese reflecting the pure character of local Saanen and Alpine goat milk. The Sainte-Maure de Touraine carries a history shrouded in legend, born from the defeat of the Saracens at Poitiers, where abandoned Arab women taught the locals to make this cheese. Its name derives from “Maure” (black), a nod to the ashen rind that has been part of its identity since the Middle Ages.
Recognisable by its iconic rye straw running through the centre, a signature of authenticity and traceability, this AOP since 1992 reveals a creamy, milky heart with delicate floral and hazelnut nuances that become more pronounced with age. The taste is a subtle symphony of fresh tanginess and earthy depth, with a velvety texture that melts on the palate.
To truly appreciate it, we recommend removing the straw and serving it at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. It is exquisite on a cheese board, paired with fresh figs, pears, or a dollop of honey, and also shines in warm salads or melted over roasted vegetables.
For a perfect pairing, a crisp Chinon red or a dry Vouvray white beautifully complements its creamy texture and earthy notes.
Wine Pairing:
Red wines (Chinon)
White wines (Vouvray, Menetou-Salon)
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13 reviews for Sainte-Maure de Touraine
Gaelle Fouasse –
Really nice if you enjoy Sainte-Maure de Touraine before it “ages” while it’s still fresh.
JC –
Absolutely delicious!
Steve Yu –
My fav cheese!
Paul –
goat to cheese list !
Nicolas Guyon –
One of my favorite goat cheeses! A must try!
PY –
Lovely! Good on bread or crackers with a little jam.
Mary H. –
Delicious on bread with a drizzle of olive oil. As noted by others re: storage, we keep this cheese (and really, most other opened cheeses) in an air-tight pyrex box.
HS –
This cheese is my favorite goat cheese! Must try
Marine Vallee –
I love goat cheese, and this one is so nice! I like the clean taste and freshness
Claud –
Always a safe choice of goat cheese. I need to wipe away the water droplet inside the container every day as it is not sealed.
Prasad.Eka (verified owner) –
Packaging could be better as the cheese dries quite quickly in the fridge. Else a good nutty flavour and soft texture.
Philip (verified owner) –
An excellent cheese! It really wants to be out of the fridge for at least an hour before eating. Remember to put it on a plate. It will try to run away at room temperature.
Paul C (verified owner) –
This is a very solid example of a Sainte-Maure, and as described it pairs very well with a glass of Chinon. Care is need in storing it though – the container as supplied is not air-tight and I find that, unless it is eaten within a couple of days of delivery, it needs to be put in an air-tight box in the fridge to avoid drying out.
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