The Cheesemonger’s Notes
The original Roquefort — powerful, complex, and matured in the natural caves of southern France
Roquefort Société is one of the world’s most historic and revered blue cheeses, made using traditional methods and matured in the natural Combalou caves of Roquefort-sur-Soulzon in southern France. Société was founded in 1863 and remains one of the most respected producers of authentic Roquefort, preserving techniques that have defined this legendary cheese for centuries.
Made exclusively from unpasteurised sheep’s milk, Roquefort develops its distinctive character through maturation in the region’s unique limestone caves, where natural airflow and humidity create ideal conditions for the growth of Penicillium roqueforti. This process produces the cheese’s signature blue veining and extraordinary depth of flavour.
The texture is moist, creamy, and slightly crumbly, while the flavour is bold, complex, and deeply savoury. Expect a rich salinity balanced by tangy brightness and a long, powerful finish. Despite its strength, Roquefort retains remarkable balance and elegance.
This is not simply a blue cheese — it is the benchmark against which all others are measured.
Perfect Pairings
• Fig chutney or quince paste
• Fresh pear or grapes
• Walnut bread or rye crackers
• Sauternes or dessert wines
• Port or bold red wines
Ideal Uses
• The ultimate centrepiece for a serious cheese board
• Crumbled into salads
• Melted into sauces
• Served with bread and fruit
• Perfect for lovers of powerful blue cheeses
Why We Stock It
Roquefort is one of the great cheeses of the world, and Société is one of its most historic and respected producers. Protected by AOP status and made using unpasteurised sheep’s milk, it represents centuries of tradition, skill, and terroir.
At The Norfolk Deli, we believe customers should have access to cheeses that define entire categories. Roquefort Société is not just a cheese — it is a reference point, offering unmatched depth, character, and authenticity.