Division 1 Heading IV.2. ‘Description of the product’

The following organoleptic description supplements the description of the product: ‘Fourme d’Ambert’ has a supple and unctuous texture. It has a subtle, scented flavour, a milky taste accentuated by a combination of flavours produced by strains of Penicillium roqueforti, and a characteristic fruity taste. A hint of salt and a slight bitterness are accepted’. This description is useful for the organoleptic examination of the product during inspection.

It is specified that ‘Cutting “Fourme d’Ambert” is authorised if it does not completely alter its texture’. Given the continuous changes in the ways cheese is consumed, this provision establishes a framework in order to prevent deviations in terms of the type of cut.