Roquefort Cheese Visit & Tasting with Pairing Experience

A Sensory Journey into the Heart of Roquefort!

Awaken your senses and delve into the rich world of Roquefort with a refined and immersive experience that celebrates the legacy of one of France’s most prestigious cheeses. Begin your journey with a guided tour of our historic maturation cellars, where tradition, craftsmanship, and terroir come together. These natural limestone caves, nestled in the heart of Roquefort-sur-Soulzon, provide the perfect conditions for the aging of our Roquefort AOP cheeses, a process that has remained largely unchanged for centuries.

Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, discover the secrets behind Roquefort’s unique character—from the use of raw sheep’s milk and the infusion of Penicillium roqueforti, to the slow, natural aging that enhances its complex flavors and textures. Gain insight into the deep cultural heritage and artisanal expertise that have made Roquefort a symbol of French gastronomy around the world.

Following the tour, indulge in a guided tasting of our three signature Roquefort AOP cheeses, each with distinct profiles ranging from delicately creamy to powerfully intense. To elevate your tasting, each cheese is paired with carefully selected wines and complementary flavors, creating harmonious combinations that highlight the nuances of each variety.

Whether you’re a devoted cheese lover or a curious epicurean, this exclusive experience offers a memorable sensory adventure, where sight, smell, and taste come together in a celebration of terroir, tradition, and exceptional quality.

What is included

• Exclusive access to the natural limestone caves of Roquefort-sur-Soulzon

• Insight into the traditional aging process of Roquefort AOP cheeses

• Explanation of key production stages

• Commentary on the historical and cultural significance of Roquefort cheese

• Tasting of three signature Roquefort AOP cheeses, each with unique textures and flavor intensities

• Guided by a cheese expert to highlight the nuances and sensory profiles of each variety

• Carefully curated wine pairings selected to complement each cheese

• Explanation of pairing principles and flavor balancing

• Conducted in a sustainable and atmospheric environment, within the original aging caves

Transportation

• Not included

Meeting point

• After booking we will send all the details of the farm, location (meeting point) and contact.