Tomme de Savoie

Tomme is a name given to a family of cheeses produced in the French Alps, made from raw, skimmed cow's milk after the cream has been drained off to make butter Tomme de Savoie is a semi-soft, pressed cheese with a pliable and firm texture. It has numerous irregular "eyes" spread throughout the ivory-colored paste. The flavors are of grass, nuts, and rusticity. Expect some tangy, slight citrus and mushroom notes underlined by odors of cave.   Pair with: Cabernet Sauvignon