Soft Cheeses from France
Explore soft cheeses from France, including regional specialties and well-known favorites.
Blue
A type of cheese injected or inoculated with Penicillium mold to create blue or green veins, resulting in a tangy, sharp flavor and creamy or crumbly texture.
Brie
Brie is a soft cheese named after the French region from which it originated. It’s famous for its creamy interior and edible white rind. Brie has a rich, buttery flavor with hints of mushrooms and almonds. It’s often served at …
Camembert
Camembert is a famous French cheese with a soft, creamy interior and a <a href="https://anycheese.com/glossary/bloomy-rind/" title="Detailed Article About Bloomy Rind Cheeses">bloomy rind<a>. It's made from cow's milk and has a rich, buttery flavor with earthy undertones. True Camembert from Normandy …
Chèvre (Goat Cheese)
Chèvre is the French word for goat, and it refers to any cheese made from goat's milk. These cheeses can vary widely in texture from soft and creamy to firm and crumbly. Chèvre flavors range from mild and smooth to …
Banon
Banon comes from Provence, France, and is distinguished by its unique packaging—wrapped in chestnut leaves and tied with raffia. Made from goat’s milk, this soft cheese has a creamy texture and a fruity, slightly tart flavor that is enhanced by …
Abbaye de Tamié
Made by Trappist monks in the French Alps, Abbaye de Tamié is a semi-soft cheese with a smooth, creamy texture. It has a mild, slightly tangy flavor, enhanced by a rind that is washed in brine during the aging process. …