#1 - Marin French truffle brie

What a delight! It's possible that I am extra enthusiastic because this is my very first cheese on what I imagine will become a very stinky adventure, but I found this Marin French truffle brie to be absolutely phenomenal. Creamy, buttery, truffle-y goodness! I always enjoy it when two flavors I know separately get to collide and make something wonderful and new. And as far as I'm concerned, you can't go wrong with brie, or truffles, ever.

 I purchased my wedge at the DC location of The Cowgirl Creamery. What a great cheese shop! Emma, my new cheese friend, was very helpful and let me taste all the cheeses I wanted. Also, on their website, the Cowgirls have a great cheese resource called the "Library of Cheese". I looked up my truffle brie, and found some great background information:

"The Marin French Cheese Company has been making cheese at their ranch just outside of Petaluma since 1865. Originally known for its mild “breakfast cheese,” which is still produced today, the company now makes a range of classic French-style cheeses using milk from six neighboring family farms and traditional cheesemaking practices.

Truffle Brie begins with Jersey-Holstein milk, which provides a rich, creamy base for the distinctive earthy aroma of Italian black truffles. Pair this elegant, decadent cheese with a glass of sparkling wine."

If I try this cheese again, perhaps I will follow their suggestion and pop open some prosecco!