Chabichou du Poitou, 150g
Creamy. Nutty. Herbaceous.
Regular price £9.20Cheese Lady Recommends
| origin | France, Poitou-Charentes |
| style texture | Chèvre, soft |
| milk | Goat |
| milk treatment | Pasteurised |
| rennet | Traditional |
| drink | Light-bodied white wines, rosé wines |
About the Cheese
Chabichou du Poitou is a quintessential French chèvre, embodying the classic artisan traditions of goat's milk cheesemaking.
This small, barrel-shaped cheese is crafted from pasteurised goat’s milk and features a distinctive wrinkly ivory rind. Beneath this textured exterior lies an ivory-coloured paste that is slightly crumbly yet moist enough to melt in the mouth.
When young, Chabichou du Poitou offers a fresh and tangy flavour, which evolves into a sweeter, nuttier profile as it matures.
Perfectly paired with wines from the Loire Valley or any crisp white and rosé wines, Chabichou du Poitou is a delightful addition to any cheese board.
Cheesemaker: Bougon Dairy
The story of Bougon Dairy began in 1906 when local goat farmers, under the leadership of Pastor EYNARD, established the dairy in Bougon.
Bougon Dairy is deeply rooted in the rich culinary heritage of the Poitou Charentes region, renowned for its gastronomic delights like Cognac, Pineau des Charentes, and various dairy products.
The dairy sources its fresh whole goat's milk from local farms within a 50-kilometer radius, maintaining a tradition of quality and authenticity. Situated amid the picturesque landscapes of Bougon, equidistant from Niort and Poitiers, Poitou Chèvre continues to honour the values of their ancestors, emphasising tradition, passion, and the savoir-faire of their cheesemakers.
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.
