Epoisses de Bourgogne PDO
Gooey. Decadent. Aromatic.
Regular price £13.99Cheese Lady Recommends
| origin | France, Burgundy |
| style texture | Washed rind, soft |
| milk | Cow |
| milk treatment | Raw |
| rennet | Traditional |
| drink | Aromatic white wines, light to medium-bodied red wines |
About the Cheese
Known as the most stinky French cheese, Époisses, is a true delicacy for cheese lovers.
Made from rich cow's milk, this artisan cheese is hand-ladled into forms and left to drain before being washed with a salty brine.
The production process at Berthaut is a meticulous craft. After unmoulding, each Époisses cheese is carefully salted and dried. The first rubbing with lightly salted water and ripening ferments introduces the famous "red ferment," naturally colouring the cheese and developing its balanced flavours.
Over nearly five weeks of aging, the cheese undergoes regular rubbings with water enriched with Marc de Bourgogne, surpassing AOP requirements to achieve its renowned quality.
When fully ripe, Époisses develops an incredibly gooey, almost runny texture and a rich, meaty flavour with an overt salty edge.
Pair this aromatic cheese with an equally aromatic wine, such as Gewurztraminer, for an exceptional tasting experience.
Cheesemaker: Berthaut
Since 1956, Époisses Berthaut has been synonymous with excellence and expertise in Burgundy cheese.
Founded by Robert and Simone Berthaut, the dairy revived the traditional taste of Époisses, a cheese that was nearly lost after the two world wars. Today, Fromagerie Berthaut continues this legacy, maintaining a commitment to quality and respect for the terroir.
Berthaut's dedication to excellence has made its name a reference in the world of fine cheeses, continuing to honor the traditions and flavors of Burgundy.
1% of every sale will be donated to the Mental Health Foundation via Work for Good
Due to small-scale production and logistical delays certain cheeses and condiments may be unavailable. We'll substitute them with similar products as needed. You can specify if you are happy with substitutions on the Cart page.
DELIVERY
The delivery charge is worked out based on the postcode.
SCOTLAND
EH39-EH42 postcodes (Haddington, Gifford, Dunbar, North Berwick, East Linton, other areas within 5 mile radius of the shop): Orders over £40 - free delivery.
Other EH and FK1-16 post codes (East Lothian, Edinburgh, Fife) : Orders over £50 ‐ free delivery; orders under £50 ‐ delivery is £4.50.
Central Scotland: Orders over £50 ‐ free delivery; orders under £50 ‐ £5.50;
Northern Scotland and Highlands: £5.50 (2-5 day service). Please note, we recommend selecting Wednesday as your delivery day to allow enough time for the order to be delivered before the weekend (when courier depots are closed)
REST OF BRITAIN
England & Wales: Orders over £50 ‐ free delivery; orders under £50 ‐ £5.50.
London: Order over £50 ‐ free delivery; order under £50 ‐ £7.50.
Northern Ireland and Islands (Isle of Man, Scilly, Skye, Wight, Jersey, Guernsey): we currently do not ship to.
Most of the UK mainland gets a next day delivery service. However, certain areas of the UK get a longer service. Our shipping boxes are designed to be safe in transit for up to 48 hours (longer during the cold months).
When placing an order, please make sure to provide:
- an alternative delivery instruction, in case you’re not in to receive the order (such as “leave on porch, leave in a shed, leave with neighbour”)
- complete post code and mobile number (will be used for courier notifications)
SHIPPING INFORMATION
Our checkout system allows you to pick a date in the future to receive your delivery.
Our courier partners are APC Overnight.
Once your order is shipped you will receive tracking details. Because all orders are shipped via a third-party, you would need to contact the courier directly if you have any questions about your parcel. Their email address is depot175@apc-overnight.com
If you are buying cheeses for a special occasion, please allow an extra day or two for your cheeses to arrive, in case of unforeseen and uncontrollable circumstances.
During December and other peak periods, we may require additional days to process and deliver your order.
PACKAGING
We take great care in packaging and delivering your order.
- Cheeses are wrapped in specialist cheese paper that will allow them to breathe and not suffocate.
- Cheeses and condiments are then packaged in a cardboard box (reusable and recyclable) with an insulated foil pouch and ice packs to ensure the correct temperature is maintained for up to 48 hours (longer during the cold months).
GIFT MESSAGES
A personalised gift note can be included with all of our products at no extra charge.
