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Roquefort Société

Roquefort Aop Maria Grimal

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www.resa.roquefort-societe.com/fr/

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World Cheese Awards - Gold

2023

Roquefort AOP Maria Grimal is a type of blue cheese made from sheep's milk. It is produced by Société des Caves, a well-known manufacturer of Roquefort cheese. This cheese is aged in the natural limestone caves of Roquefort-sur-Soulzon, France, which impart a distinctive flavor and texture.


The Appellation d'Origine Protégée (AOP) status guarantees its authenticity and adherence to traditional methods of production. Roquefort AOP Maria Grimal is prized for its creamy texture and sharp, tangy flavor with veins of blue mold throughout.


It pairs well with fruit, nuts, and a variety of wines.

About Roquefort Société

Roquefort Société is one of the leading producers of Roquefort cheese, a renowned blue cheese from France. Founded in 1863 by Pierre Gay, the company has played a pivotal role in industrializing the production of this iconic cheese. Roquefort is made from sheep's milk and aged in the natural caves of Roquefort-sur-Soulzon, where it develops its distinctive flavor from the Penicillium roqueforti mold.


The company is known for maintaining traditional methods of production while ensuring high standards of quality. Société Roquefort remains a global leader in the blue cheese market, with its products protected by the AOP (Appellation d'Origine Protégée) designation.

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Roquefort Société Cheese Shop

2 Av. François Galtier, Roquefort-sur-Soulzon, Occitanie, France

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