Coming from the Cantal region of France, this firm cheese is one of the oldest cheeses in France dating back to almost 2000 years ago. Cantal is shaped like a cylinder and has a one foot diameter. It is made from the raw or pasteurized cows’ milk of the Salers breed, but only from November 15 until April 15 while the herds are fed on hay. Possessing a strong, tangy butter taste in combination with the smell of earth and pasture lands, the flavor is in someways reminiscent of Cheddar.
As part of our pre-sliced cheese line, this product is sold by the 11oz piece (with possible variance of up to 1oz higher or lower).