What is Pélardon?
A small disc-shaped raw goat’s milk cheese from the Cévennes mountains of Languedoc, weighing 60–100 g. It has a natural white-to-cream bloomy rind and is aged for a minimum of 11 days. One of France’s oldest goat cheeses by documented history, with roots going back over 2,000 years.
Taste, aroma, and texture
Smooth and homogeneous beneath a thin natural rind. Moist and supple when young; firmer and drier with extended ageing. The small disc weighs 60–100 g. The rind evolves from white to cream and may develop blue-grey mould patches.
Lactic and herbal notes are equally dominant. Earthy and animal notes are equally noticeable, while fruity notes remain faint. No smoky character. A classic clean goat’s milk profile.
Cheesepedia taste profile
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See your personal matchHow to enjoy it
- Served with honey, figs, or roasted nuts.
- Baked on toast for warm goat cheese salads.
- Crumbled over vegetables, grains, or appetisers.
What pairs with Pélardon?
Classic serving companions from the Cheesepedia catalog.
- Fresh Figs
- Walnuts
- Sourdough Bread
- Acacia Honey
- Sesame Cracker
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See wine pairings for PélardonStory and origin
Praised by Pliny the Elder in the 1st century AD, making it one of the best-documented ancient cheeses. It has been central to the pastoral traditions of the Cévennes for over two millennia. It has held AOC status since 2000 and PDO status since 2001.
Storage and serving
- Store in the fridge, wrapped in cheese paper or parchment.
- Air travel: suitable for short trips if sealed and kept cool.
Profile sources and methodology
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