Soumaintrainis an orange cow's milk cheese that comes in a round shape in a wooden box to prevent it from leaking.
It owes its name to the village where it was born in the 12th century, in the heart of the Armance Valley in the department of Yonne.
Its production, very typical, is similar to that of the Époisses. The main difference is that Soumaintrain is not aged in alcohol, but in water, and the aging takes 7 to 8 weeks.
Tasted raw with the rotation of the pepper mill, it will reveal its best aromas.
In cooking, present it with a green salad and a couple of warm croutons.