Round, tender, generous with its delicate hazelnut flavor
It was Marshal of France Henry de Senneterre who made Saint-Nectaire famous by introducing it to the table of King Louis XIV. This cheese is the pride of an entire region, still produced by more than 200 farmers.
Its character develops during the aging process, which requires considerable expertise. Tradition dictates that it be aged on a bed of rye straw for at least 70 days so that its rind, its flora, and its flavor reach their peak!
Saint-Nectaire is produced by the Auriel family in Lasparet, near the renowned village of Montboudif. The animals are fed exclusively on grass and hay from the farm.