Rigotte de Condrieu

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Rigotte de Condrieu is a small goat's milk cheese from the Lyonnaise region of France, named after the town of Condrieu. It has held French AOC status since 2008 and European PDO protection since November 2013.

Key Facts

Country of Origin France
Specific Origin Lyonnaise region, France
Protection PDO (2009)
Milk Type Goat's milk
Milk Treatment Raw, full-fat
Fat Content At least 40 g per 100 g of cheese after desiccation
Rind Delicate surface flora of ivory, white, and blue mold
Texture Firm and smooth
Flavor Mix of hazelnut, vegetation, and whey, moderately salty
Colors Ivory-colored, white, and blue mold on the surface; white or ivory-colored paste
Forms Small round puck
Age Minimum maturation period of 8 days

What is Rigotte de Condrieu Cheese?

Rigotte de Condrieu comes from the Lyonnaise region of France and takes its name from the town of Condrieu. It is made with goat's milk.

The cheese won French AOC status in 2008. European PDO protection followed in November 2013, which ties the name to its area of production.

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