Fougerus

Fougerus is a French cheese produced in the region of Seine-et-Marne. It is made with raw cow's milk from 20 farms in the region. The cheese has a bloomy rind which hides a soft and creamy texture undernath. After four weeks, when fully ripe, the texture should be runny and smooth.

The word fougerus is French for fern, referring to the fact that fern was originally placed on the cheese in order to hide unappealing blemishes which appeared on the cheese as it matured. However, the cheese was so aromatic and flavorful that ferns were always used on the cheese from then on.

The aroma of Fougerus is woody, mushroomy, and earthy, while the flavors are sweet and salty with notes of cabbage and cauliflower. Pair it with Prosecco or Champagne.