Le Brebiou Cheese

About Le Brebiou Cheese

Le Brebiou is a semi-soft, artisan cheese made from pasteurized sheep's milk in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques region of France. It has a soft-ripened, bloomy rind and a white interior. The cheese offers a mild, milky, and sweet flavor, making it easy to enjoy for a wide range of palates. Its aroma is slightly musty, adding to its appeal for those who appreciate a more traditional cheese scent. With a fat content of 26%, Le Brebiou has a creamy texture that complements its gentle taste. Known also as Brebiou sheep cheese, this cheese is a testament to the rich cheesemaking heritage of the region.

Key Facts

Country of Origin	France
Specific Origin	Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Milk Type	Sheep's milk
Milk Treatment	Pasteurized
Fat Content	26%
Rind	Bloomy
Texture	Semi-soft, artisan, soft-ripened
Flavor	Mild, milky, sweet
Aroma	Musty
Colors	White