Langres cheese

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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1. What is the milk source?Cow's milk
2. What is the geographical indication?Plateau of Langres, Champagne-Ardenne, France
3. What makes Langres cheese special?It has a unique dimple called the 'fontaine' on top. The orange color comes from annatto. The rind has a white mold that gives flavor.
4. Where does Langres cheese come from?It comes from the Champagne-Ardenne region in France. The cheese is protected by an AOC that keeps its methods and location true. It is made on the high plateau of Langres.

Terroir: The complete natural environment in which a particular food product is produced, including factors such as soil, climate, and tradition.
Appellation d'origine contrôlée (AOC): A French certification system that guarantees the geographical origin and quality standards of agricultural products.
Penicillium candidum: A widely used mold in cheesemaking that develops a white, bloomy rind, contributing to texture and flavor.
Annatto: A natural food coloring derived from the seeds of the achiote tree, imparting a distinctive orange hue to foods.