Mimolette (France)

Mimolette is a firm Cow cheese from Flanders in Northern France. The cheese is cooked and pressed as the shape of a cannonball of 2kg (4.5 pounds).

Wine Pairing Mimolette

When selecting wines to pair with Mimolette, it's essential to consider its rich and savory taste profile.

Mimolette is hard, nutty, and sharp. It pairs best with structured, aged red wines from Bordeaux and Côtes du Rhône to match its intensity.

Alternatively, it also pairs well with slightly sweet, oxidative white wines such as aged Pinot Gris or Vin Jaune, and with full-bodied sparkling wines like Blanc de Noirs.

About Mimolette

Mimolette is known for its orange color and nutty, caramelized flavor with hints of sweetness. The deep orange color comes from a pigment called "Annatto". It is extracted from the seeds of the Achiote tree in South America, and used as body paint, dye, lipstick as well as spice in food.

Excellent Wine Pairings

Bordeaux Left Bank

A full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with its rich dark fruit flavors, firm tannins, and hints of spice can provide a bold complement to Mimolette.

The wine's structure and intensity can balance the cheese's creamy texture and enhance its nutty undertones.

Bordeaux Right Bank

A soft and fruity red wine like Merlot can be a delightful match for Mimolette. Merlot's ripe plum and cherry flavors, along with its smooth tannins, can complement the cheese's mellow sweetness without overwhelming it.

Côtes du Rhône South

Côtes du Rhône wines, particularly those from the southern Rhône region, are rich and full-bodied red wines with flavors of dark berries, herbs, and spice. They pair well with aged cheeses like Mimolette, enhancing the cheese's savory and earthy notes.

Côtes du Rhône North

A bold and fruity Syrah can be a delicious pairing with Mimolette.

The wine's dark fruit flavors, spicy notes, and firm tannins complements the cheese's robust flavors.

Gewürztraminer

An aromatic white wine like Gewürztraminer from Alsace can pair nicely with a Mimolette. Its floral and spicy notes can complement the cheese's sharp smell or taste.

Pinot Gris

An off-dry Pinot Gris from Alsace with flavors of ripe pear, stone fruits, and honey can pair nicely with a Mimolette. The wine's slight sweetness can balance the cheese's tanginess, while its acidity can refresh the palate.

Sparkling Wines

Champagne (Blanc de Noir)

A dry full-body Champagne with its toasty notes and lively bubbles can enhance the flavors of Mimolette and elevate the tasting experience.

Crémant

This sparkling wine, made in the traditional method, offers crisp acidity and elegant bubbles, making it a refreshing and palate-cleansing pairing for Mimolette.

Prosecco

With its lively bubbles and flavors of green apple and citrus, Prosecco can provide a delightful contrast to the richness of Mimolette.

Dessert Wines

Sauternes

A Frenchman would traditionally drink a Sauternes (a luscious, sweet wine from Bordeaux) to pair with aged, salty cheese.

This pairing is considered one of the ultimate French sweet-and-salty combinations, where the intense honey, apricot, and high acidity of the Sauternes balances the pungent, salty funk of aged cheeses.

Monbazillac (Southwest France)

Similar to Sauternes, it is often paired with strong cheeses, especially those washed in local walnut liqueur.

Muscat de Beaumes de Venise (Rhône Valley)

A sweet, aromatic fortified wine that works well with aged Mimolette and other hard, nutty cheeses.

Personal Preferences

Enjoy your wine and cheese with local fruits nuts and bread!

Personal preferences play a significant role in wine and cheese pairings, so don't hesitate to experiment to find the combination that suits your taste buds best.

Consider adding some accompaniments like fruit, nuts, or bread to enhance the pairing experience: