Sélection Caseus: the Quebec cheese contest

Contest History

For 24 years, Sélection Caseus has had the mission of rewarding not only the excellence of Quebec cheeses, but also of highlighting the know-how of its artisans. Organized by the Quebec Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ), this major competition is open to all producers, regardless of the size of their business or the type of cheese they produce. This notoriety acquired over the years translates into a direct impact on consumer demand from its winners while contributing to the development and influence of the industry.

A rigorous evaluation process

Orchestrated by the Institut de technologie agroalimentaire du Québec, the competition brings together some twenty recognized specialists in the field, whose sensory analysis determines the selection of 22 winners in different categories. Cow's, goat's or sheep's milk, no less than 197 cheeses from 46 factories across Quebec received a thorough evaluation from the members of the jury.

The podium

Discover the three big stars of 2024, winning cheeses of the prestigious gold, silver and bronze Caseus.

GOLD

Grey Owl

Fromagerie Le Détour, Lower Saint-Lawrence

The light goat flavour of this soft cheese is a tribute to its dairy origins. Its mild acidic taste blends perfectly with the light veil of vegetable ash on its rind. Its white and pure flesh as well as its creamy texture constitute a true delight for the palate.

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For more information: fromagerieledetour.ca

SILVER

La Mélodie Bergère 

L'Atelier Fromagerie, Centre-du-Québec 

This cheese, made from sheep's milk, exhales a smell of undergrowth, reminiscent of lobster mushroom, candied notes, warm spices and caramelization. Its rind covered with white fuzz on an orange background and its firm, greasy and waxy texture when cut make this cheese succulent. 

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For more information:  latelierfromagerie

BRONZE

La Belle-Mère 

Fromagerie Médard, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean 

You,ll fall in love with La Belle-Mère! Beautiful and generous, this superb wheel of semi-soft farmhouse cheese is made with pasteurized whole milk from brown Swiss cows. Its impeccable orange-brown rind conceals generous aromas of toasted almonds and honey. 

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For more information: fromageriemedard.ca