Persillé de Chèvre

1. History

Persillé de Chèvre is one of the rare French 'blue' cheeses made exclusively from goat's milk. Produced at La Ferme de la Tremblaye in the Yvelines department, it follows a 50-year fermier cheesemaking tradition. Its precise history is sparsely documented, but it blends blue cheese techniques with goat milk specialties.[4][7]

2. Physical characteristics

This cheese has the shape of a small tomme: a flat, supple cylinder about 9-11 cm in diameter, weighing 700g to 1kg. Its rind is ashed, slightly moist, darkening with aging. The paste is supple, creamy, and moist, white with rich blue veining.[4][7]

3. Taste profile

Persillé de Chèvre balances tangy goat notes with the bold flavor of blue mold. Its melting texture releases intense caprine flavors with a peppery touch. It's a moist, powerful cheese perfect for lovers of contrasting tastes.[4][7]

4. Production zone and period

Made at La Ferme de la Tremblaye near Rambouillet in Yvelines (dept. 78), Île-de-France region. Production is artisanal and fermier using pasteurized goat milk. It follows traditional goat herding cycles, with seasonal availability.[4][7]

5. Certification

Persillé de Chèvre has no specific AOC, AOP, or IGP certification. It is crafted using traditional fermier methods without protected labeling. Its rarity makes it a locally acclaimed specialty.[4]