The Kaamps 240 with Truffle is produced in the Netherlands by Kaamps, a family-owned cheesemaking farm renowned for its artisanal expertise and the exceptional quality of its milk. Created exclusively for Les Dépendances, this unique Gouda is made according to a specific set of requirements and enriched with summer truffle. Its identity is reflected even in its appearance: the inscription CCXL, engraved on the side of each wheel, represents the number 240 in Roman numerals, a tribute to its lengthy 240-day aging period, an essential stage in the development of its complex flavors and exceptional character.
Presented in a traditional wheel format, Kaamps 240 with Truffle is a pressed cow's milk cheese. Its extended 240-day maturation gives it a deep golden-yellow paste that is firm yet pleasantly creamy. Delicately marbled with truffle, the cheese reveals a dense, smooth texture punctuated by fine crystals that attest to its maturity. The combination of richly aged Gouda and the elegance of truffle creates a cheese that is both refined and indulgent.
FLAVOR: It reveals rich and complex aromas combining notes of butter, caramel, hazelnut, and dried fruits, enhanced by the woody and delicately earthy flavors of summer truffle. Its taste is full-bodied and well-balanced, offering remarkable intensity without being overpowering. The extended aging period allows the cheese to develop a long, lingering finish, where the truffle notes enrich the character of the Gouda without overshadowing its finesse.
HOW TO ENJOY IT: To fully appreciate its aromatic complexity, it is best served at room temperature. On a cheese board, it stands beautifully on its own, but it also pairs wonderfully with walnuts, almonds, or multigrain bread. Grated or shaved, it adds a luxurious touch to risottos, pasta dishes, scrambled eggs, or potatoes. For pairings, it goes perfectly with a full-bodied, structured white wine, a Brut Champagne, or a craft beer selected for tasting, all of which will highlight its truffle and caramel notes.
