Delice du Maquis

As our Producer of the Month, Fromagerie Janier in Lyon is a temple of French cheesemongering. Under the guidance of Christian Janier, Meilleur Ouvrier de France, their team of master affineurs selects and refines exceptional cheeses from across France, including this robust Corsican treasure, nurturing each one to express its most authentic and powerful character.

This robust and rustic cheese is a star of Corsican heritage. Made from raw sheep’s milk and often infused with local herbs from the maquis scrubland, it features a firm, crumbly texture and a complex, powerful flavour. Its profile is deeply savoury and tangy, with notes of wild herbs, dried grasses, and a pleasant, lingering saltiness.

Perfect for the boldest cheese boards, it pairs wonderfully with a full-bodied red wine such as a Côtes du Rhône or a robust craft ale. Enjoy it with dark bread, fig jam, or charcuterie. Grated, it can also add a powerful punch to pasta or vegetable gratins.

Storage: Keep refrigerated, wrapped in paper. Allow to reach room temperature before serving to fully appreciate its robust aroma.