CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE

GOAT
Known in France as chévre, Spain as queso de cabra and Italy as formaggio di
capra, Goat Cheese takes many forms and flavors, and is produced widely throughout
the world. The flavor can range from mild and lemony to flinty and tart, and the
texture varies from creamy to hard.
Milk: Goat
Appearance: White to pale yellow
Texture: Soft and spreadable to firm and grateable
Flavor: Earthy, lemony, tangy, tart, barnyard
Aroma: Bright, lemony, barnyard
Pairing Suggestions: Olives, roasted nuts, dried fruit, chutneys, cured meats
Interesting Fact: Goat cheeses are typically lower in fat, and higher in vitamin A
and potassium. Goat cheeses are also well-tolerated by those that otherwise cannot
consume cow’s milk.
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