Fumaison

Fumaison is a French cheese originating from Auvergne, where it was created by Patrick Beaumont in 1990. This smoked cheese is made from raw milk of Lacaune sheep. It's matured by hanging from the roof of a cave, a process that lasts for 100 days.

It is then smoked, resulting in a rind that has red, yellow, and grey mold. The aromas are reminiscent of mushrooms, wood, and smoke, while the flavors are complex and savory – first, it tastes of wood and smoke, but then it develops the flavors of hazelnuts.

The texture is firm and very rich. It's recommended to pair it with a sweet Gamay wine and serve it with fresh fruit in order to balance out the smoky flavors.