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Mont D'or

Vacherin Mont'Dor

Vacherin Mont'Dor

£18.95 GBP
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Key Facts

Region: Jura, France

Milk: Montbeliarde Cow’s milk

Type: Washed rind, soft

Texture: Soft, creamy, and spoonable when ripe

Pasteurisation: Raw (unpasteurised) Milk

Strength

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Cheese Delivery & Freshness

  Your cheese is cut fresh to order from our cheese counter, carefully wrapped and packed for delivery. We dispatch cheese Monday to Thursday, deliberately avoiding Friday dispatches so that your cheese isn't left in the courier network over the weekend.Whilst we always aim for prompt delivery, courier delivery dates cannot be guaranteed, and occasional delays do occur. The good news is that cheese is far more resilient than many people realise. Most traditional cheeses can comfortably withstand short transit delays and, in the vast majority of cases, delayed parcels arrive in excellent condition. If your parcel is delayed, simply refrigerate your cheese on arrival and allow it to come back to room temperature before serving. For more information about delivery, storing your cheese and what to do when it arrives, please see our Cheese Delivery & Care Guide → 

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The Cheesemonger’s Notes

Seasonal Alpine washed rind cheese with spoonable texture and deeply savoury richness

Vacherin Mont d’Or is one of the most celebrated seasonal cheeses of the French Jura Mountains, produced only during the autumn and winter months when the milk of pasture-fed cows develops exceptional richness. Protected by AOP status, this iconic cheese reflects centuries of Alpine cheesemaking tradition.

Made using cow’s milk and encircled in a strip of spruce bark, Vacherin Mont d’Or is matured carefully in its wooden box. The spruce bark helps support the delicate cheese while imparting subtle woody and resinous notes that enhance its complexity.

As it matures, the interior becomes luxuriously soft and spoonable, with a silky, molten texture beneath its washed rind. The flavour is rich, savoury, and deeply comforting, offering creamy indulgence balanced by gentle earthiness and subtle forest-like aromatics from the spruce.

This is a cheese synonymous with Alpine winter — warming, indulgent, and unforgettable.

• Crusty baguette or rustic bread
• Boiled new potatoes
• Jura white wines
• Champagne or sparkling wine
• Cornichons or pickles

Ideal Uses

• Served warm and spooned from the box
• A centrepiece cheese for winter cheeseboards
• Perfect for Alpine-style dining
• Ideal for sharing
• Best enjoyed at room temperature or gently warmed

Why We Stock It

Vacherin Mont d’Or represents the very essence of seasonal Alpine cheesemaking. Its short production window, traditional methods, and extraordinary texture make it one of the most sought-after cheeses in the world.

At The Norfolk Deli, we select cheeses that offer exceptional flavour and true heritage. Vacherin Mont d’Or delivers both — a cheese that transforms any cheeseboard into something truly special.

 

  • Cheese Delivery Delayed?

    Cheese is a living, matured food. It is considerably more resilient than many people assume and was enjoyed for centuries before refrigerated transport existed.

    Read our Guide on what you need to know about Cheese delivery delays Click Here

  • Trusted Cheesemonger

    For over 12 years, The Norfolk Deli has been immersed in cheese, recognised nationally as one of the country’s inspirational independent cheesemongers. Every cheese is selected and cut with care

  • Serving Guide

    As part of a cheeseboard, 250g typically serves 2–4 people. For gatherings of 4–6, a selection of three to five cheeses creates a more generous and varied board

The Norfolk Deli

Answering your everyday cheese questions

How long will this cheese last?

All cheeses are cut fresh at the counter and dispatched in insulated packaging.

For the best flavour, we recommend enjoying within 5–7 days of delivery. Hard cheeses may last longer if stored correctly.

How should I store this cheese?

Keep refrigerated in its original wrapping or waxed paper. Avoid airtight plastic containers. Always bring to room temperature 30–45 minutes before serving for the best flavour and texture.

Is this cheese suitable for freezing?

We don’t recommend freezing soft or blue cheeses as it can affect texture. Hard cheeses may be frozen for cooking purposes, but flavour is best when enjoyed fresh.

What if my cheese has mould on it?

Mould is a natural part of many artisan cheeses.

If the cheese is meant to have a white rind, blue veining or natural mould, this is completely normal and part of its character.

If you notice surface mould on a hard cheese, it can usually be trimmed away safely — simply cut at least 1cm around and beneath the mould.

If mould appears on a soft cheese that is not intended to have mould, or if you are unsure, please contact us and we will advise.

We only dispatch cheeses in excellent condition, selected at peak maturity.

Is this cheese safe during pregnancy?

Pasteurised cheeses are generally considered safe. If a cheese is unpasteurised, this will be clearly stated in the Key Facts section. If unsure, please consult current NHS guidance

Can I request a specific size?

Weights are approximate to ensure fairness and quality. If you require a specific size for an event, please contact us before ordering.

Can this cheese be included in a hamper or cheeseboard selection?

Yes. Many of our cheeses are available in curated cheeseboards, gift hampers or our Cheesemonger’s Selection.