Madame Loïk
- Producer
- Paysan Breton
- Country
- France
- Region
- Brittany
- Weight
- 5 oz; 10 oz
- Website
- www.paysanbreton.fr
- Milk
- Cow
- Treatment
- Pasteurised
- Classification
- Soft
Flavor Added - Rennet
- Vegetable
- Rind
- None
- Style
- Fresh
Founded over four decades ago in the Finistère countryside by the Laïta farmers’ cooperative, Paysan Breton is a brand that focuses on simple and authentic Breton products such as butter, cheese, and crepes. The brand’s cooperative approach plays an important role in sustaining economic and social activity in the northwest region of France by giving its 3,500 member farmers a way to add value to their milk. Each member is involved in making decisions, and the profits are shared among all farmers.
Madame Loïk whipped cheese, or fromage fouetté, is produced between the towns of Plancoët and Créhen using local milk. The cheese comes in many flavor combinations, the most common of which is plain but lightly salted with sea salt from Guérande. The Guérande salt is harvested on the Breton coast according to traditional methods; seawater moves with the tide into a series of manmade shallow pools, evaporating until salt crystals form and are hand-harvested. Other Madame Loïk flavors include Shallot & Chive, Honey & Nuts, and Red Pepper Purée.
Tasting Notes
Madame Loïk is fresh, creamy and mild, whipped until incredibly fluffy and light.
Pairings
Spread Madame Loïk over a fresh baguette, and serve sprinkled with fresh herbs, green onions or alongside olives. For a sweeter combination, drizzle some honey on top. Pair it with a Sauvignon Blanc.
