Langres cheese facts for kids
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| Country of origin | France |
| Region, town | Champagne-Ardenne, Langres |
| Source of milk | Cows |
| Pasteurised | No |
| Texture | Soft, washed rind |
| Aging time | at least 5 weeks |
| Certification | French AOC 1991 |
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Langres is a special kind of French cheese that comes from a place called the Langres plateau in the Champagne-Ardenne region of France. It's so unique that it has a special certification called an Appellation d'origine contrôlée (AOC) since 1991. This means it's a protected name, and only cheese made in this specific way and place can be called Langres.
Langres cheese is made from cow's milk. It's shaped like a cylinder and usually weighs about 180 grams, which is a little less than half a pound.
What Langres Cheese Is Like
The inside of Langres cheese is soft and creamy, with a light yellow color. It can also be a little bit crumbly. The outside of the cheese has a white rind, which is the edible crust that forms as the cheese ages. This rind is made by a type of mold called Penicillium candidum.
Langres cheese has a milder smell and taste compared to another famous local cheese called Époisses. It's often best to eat Langres cheese between May and August, after it has aged for at least five weeks. However, you can enjoy it almost any time of the year, from March through December.
How Much Langres Cheese Is Made
In 1998, about 305 tons of Langres cheese were produced. This amount was a bit less than what was made in 1996, showing a small decrease in production.
See also
In Spanish: Langres (queso) para niños
