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Best Norman Cream Types
Crème fraîche is a traditional cream with the addition of lactic bacteria starter, thickening the cream in the process and giving it a slightly sharp flavor that's not sour. It originated in the regions of Normandy, Franche-Comté, Alsace, and the northern Loire.
This product is usually left to ferment for up to 20 hours, and it's pasteurized. Regarding the fat content, it varies from one product to another, and there is also a liquid version that's barely fermented. Crème fraîche is often used with baked goods, sauces, and soups, but it's also regularly served over fruit and used in the preparation of desserts.
VARIATIONS OF Crème fraîche
THE BEST Crème fraîche Creams

Laiterie Coopérative d'Etrez-Foissiat
Crème de Bresse AOP Epaisse
Concours International de Lyon - Gold 2025

Bellwether Farms
Crème Fraiche
American Cheese Society Judging & Competition Awards - 1st Place 2024, 2010, 2004, 2003

Alouette Cheese
Creme Fraiche
American Cheese Society Judging & Competition Awards - 1st Place 2015, 2005

Crème fraîche d'Isigny is a high-quality, thick cream from the Isigny-sur-Mer region in Normandy, France. This area is renowned for its rich dairy products due to the lush pastures and temperate climate, which contribute to the superior quality of the milk produced there.
Crème fraîche d'Isigny has been granted Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status, ensuring that it is made in a specific geographic area using traditional methods. This status guarantees the cream's authenticity and quality. It typically has a fat content of around 40%, giving it a rich, velvety texture and a luxurious mouthfeel.
THE BEST Crème fraîche d'Isigny Creams


Isigny Creme Fraiche has rich yellow fat and is made in the Veys Bay area in Manche and Calvados regions in France. The cream is pasteurized after the milk is skimmed, and additives such as coloring agents and antioxidants are strictly forbidden in the production process.
Due to the great climactic conditions and lush pastures of the Veys Bay area, Isigny cream has unique organoleptic features. It is also the only French cream with a protected status. The flavor of Creme d'Isigny is full, nutty and rich, and the texture is smooth.
THE BEST Creme d'Isigny Creams


Isigny Sainte-Mère
Brie D' Isigny Double Crem
World Championship Cheese Contest - Best of Class 2010
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Best Norman Cream Producers
Isigny Sainte-Mère is a cooperative dairy located in Normandy, France, specializing in producing Camembert cheese, butter, and cream with milk sourced from the local area. The cooperative was established in 1932 and takes advantage of the rich grasses of Normandy, which impart a particular quality and flavor to its dairy products.
Isigny Sainte-Mère also holds a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status for some of its products, such as Isigny butter and Isigny cream, ensuring they meet strict geographical and quality criteria.
AWARDS

Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025

Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2024

Great Taste Awards - 2 stars
2024, 2021
BEST Isigny Sainte-Mère Cheeses
AWARDS

Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
BEST La Ferme de l'Isle Creams
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Best Norman Creams
Isigny Sainte-Mère 35% AOP Fresh Cream is a premium dairy product with a Protected Designation of Origin (AOP), produced in the Isigny-sur-Mer region of Normandy. This fresh cream stands out with its high 35% fat content, giving it a rich and smooth texture.
It is perfect for various culinary applications, whether in hot or cold dishes. A staple of French cuisine, it is widely used for making savory sauces, desserts, and creamy preparations.
AWARDS

Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
Isigny Sainte-Mère Crème Fraîche Bio is a premium organic crème fraîche, produced in the heart of Normandy. Since 1995, our cooperative has been committed to organic farming, adhering to strict environmental standards and high animal welfare practices.
This crème fraîche is ideal for a variety of culinary applications, from savory to sweet dishes, adding rich flavor and a creamy texture to your recipes.
AWARDS

Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025

Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2024
Crème fraîche d'Isigny A. O.P. is a premium crème fraîche with a Protected Designation of Origin (A. O.P.), made from the highest quality milk sourced from the Bessin and Cotentin regions of Normandy. This crème fraîche stands out for its firm texture, rich flavor, and distinctive ivory color.
Thanks to its stability in cooking, Crème fraîche d'Isigny A. O.P. is ideal for a wide range of dishes, from savory sauces to sweet desserts, bringing depth of flavor and perfect texture to every recipe.
AWARDS

Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2024

International Cheese Awards - Gold
2024
Isigny Brie, double crème made by Isigny Sainte-Mère is a rich and creamy cheese that exemplifies the expertise of the Normandy-based cooperative, Isigny Sainte-Mère. This particular Brie is characterized by its double cream content, making it distinctively creamier and more buttery than traditional Brie.
Isigny Sainte-Mère is renowned for their products which benefit from the lush, nutrient-rich grass of the region, giving their dairy a unique flavor profile. The Isigny Brie, double crème is soft with a velvety, edible rind and typically offers a mild, slightly sweet flavor, enhancing its appeal as a versatile cheese that can be enjoyed on its own or incorporated into various culinary dishes.
AWARDS

World Championship Cheese Contest - Best of Class
2010
AWARDS

Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2025
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