Fourme d’Ambert PDO

About the Cheese

Fourme D’Ambert is a classic French blue cheese, one of the oldest in France with origins dating back to Roman times.

This firm yet creamy cheese has a distinctive cylinder shape and elegant mushroomy flavour. The creamy white interior, veined with dark green-blue mould, offers a moist texture with a savoury tanginess and a touch of sweetness.

Awarded PDO status in 1972, its production follows strict guidelines, including the requirement that cows graze on regional pastures.

Rich and creamy with a lingering, mild-to-medium blue bite, Fourme D’Ambert is perfect for pairing with medium-bodied red wines or dessert wines like Banyuls. 

Cheesemaker: Société Fromagère du Livradois

Nestled in the heart of the Livradois-Forez regional natural park in Auvergne, the Société Fromagère du Livradois is a family-run business now in its third generation.

Established in 1949 by Léon Thuaire, it continues to uphold traditional cheesemaking methods, producing and refining a variety of Auvergne cheeses. Known for its commitment to quality and heritage, the company is one of the top five cheese producers in the Auvergne region.