Fromagerie Chez Virginie
Comté
Shop, factory tour:
54 Rue Damrémont, 75018 Paris, Île-de-France, FranceComté is a traditional French cheese made from raw cow's milk, originating from the mountainous regions of France. Each wheel, weighing approximately 50 kg, requires between 500 and 600 liters of milk. The minimum aging period for Comté is 4 months, but to fully develop its rich and complex flavors, at least 18 months are required.
At Fromagerie Chez Virginie, each wheel is carefully selected from Fort des Rousses, where the fromagerie maintains its own reserves. This ensures the availability of Comté with various aging periods, including 18, 24, or even 44 months, offering customers a diverse range of flavor experiences.
About Fromagerie Chez Virginie
Chez Virginie is a renowned Parisian cheese shop located in the heart of Montmartre, with a tradition dating back to 1946. Founded by the Boularouah family, this fromagerie is known for its dedication to quality and authenticity. Virginie Boularouah, a master cheesemonger and heir to the family craft, personally selects and ages the cheeses in her own cellars, ensuring optimal flavor and maturity.
The selection includes over 150 types of cheese, with a special focus on raw milk specialties from various French regions. Among them are rare and seasonal cheeses such as Vacherin de chèvre, aged Salers, Soumaintrain, and Bleu de Termignon.