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Lou Bergier
Creamy, floral and grassy with mushroom, citrus and a savory finish.
Milk & style
Cow; raw • Origin Piedmont
Tang 4/10 · Funkiness 5/10
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Food, wine & beer pairings
Food
Mushrooms, polenta, apples, chestnuts or crusty bread
Wine
Arneis or Barbera
Beer
Farmhouse ale or brown ale
More about this cheese
History & producer
Origin Piedmont dairy or affineur – verify the current wheel label Lou Bergier belongs to the italian tradition associated with Origin Piedmont. Recipes and sourcing can vary by shipment, so use the current package or wheel label to identify the exact dairy and milk treatment.
At the cheese counter
A raw-milk Piedmont toma set with thistle – rustic, creamy and unusually bright.
In the kitchen
MELTING: Very good – use gentle heat for a smooth result. GRATING: Good when well chilled. SHAVING: Good when cold – make short curls with a cheese plane.
Enjoy within
3-5 days after opening
Keep refrigerated and wrap well. “Enjoy within” is a best-quality guide; follow the package date and store food-safety procedures. Product details vary; confirm the current wheel or package label. The complete PDF includes the rennet reference and source notes.
