Győr-Moson-Sopron megyei Csemege sajt PGI Protected Geographical Indication

Győr-Moson-Sopron megyei Csemege sajt is a full-fat, salted cheese from Hungary. It is made from cow's milk and has a porous texture. The cheese is ripened with Brevibacterium linens rind flora, which contributes to its unique flavor and aroma. It has a reddish-yellow rind and a yellowish-white interior with evenly distributed cracks. The cheese has a mildly lactic aroma and a pleasantly aromatic, salty, and slightly acidic flavor. It is known for its mushy texture that crumbles easily in the mouth. The cheese is recognized for its quality and has won several awards in Hungary.

Key Facts

Country of Origin Hungary
Specific Origin Győr-Moson-Sopron County, Hungary
Protection PGI (2017)
Milk Type Cow's milk
Fat Content 0 ± 2% of the dry matter
Rind Thin, flexible, porous, uniformly reddish-yellow, slightly slimy
Texture Somewhat mushy, easy to cut, crumbles in the mouth
Flavor Pleasantly aromatic, salty, slightly acidic
Aroma Mildly lactic, free of any foreign odor
Colors Reddish-yellow rind, yellowish-white interior
Forms Disc-shaped
Age Ripening process takes around 3 weeks; develops hints of ammonia after 4-5 weeks

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