Champignon
| St. Mang Bavarian Limburger is a soft, washed-rind cheese from the Allgäu region of Bavaria, Germany, produced by Käserei Champignon. It uses pasteurized Brown Swiss cow's milk and microbial rennet, adhering to the PDO designation Allgäuer Limburger g.U. The cheese ripens over 2 weeks to 3+ months, developing a pungent aroma from *Brevibacterium linens* and a creamy, savory flavor. Its moist texture supports surface bacterial growth essential for ripening. Traditional pairings include rye bread with raw onions, Gewürztraminer wine, and German beers. The cheese is vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose-free, reflecting deep regional and historical roots. | |
| Country | Germany |
| Milk | Cow |
| Rennet | Microbial |
| Heat Treatment | Pasteurized |
| Texture Profile | Elastic to Spreadable |
| Flavor Profile | Savory, Spicy, Pungent |
| Wine Pairings | Gewürztraminer, Riesling, Silvaner, Pinot Noir, Dessert Wines |
| Beer Pairings: | Bock, Dark Lager, Belgian Ales, Stout, Wheat Beer |
| Food Pairings: | Limburger Sandwich, Saurer Käse, Potatoes, Burgers, Fruit Preserves, Pretzels |
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CHAMPIGNON
Germany
Champignon is a prominent cheese brand from the Champignon-Hofmeister Group based in Lauben, Upper Allgäu, Germany. Founded by Julius Hirschle and Käsehändler Leopold Immler, the brand is renowned for its master cheesemakers who craft lactose-free cheeses with microbial rennet. Champignon exports from four locations in Germany to 55 countries, offering cheeses like CHAMPIGNON, ROUGETTE, and CAMBOZOLA. The brand emphasizes quality, tradition, innovation, and sustainability, maintaining a global presence while staying true to its German roots.