semi-hard · cow milk · France · $$

Port Salut

Melts beautifully, with a smooth texture.

Attribute scores

meltability 7/10

sharpness 3/10

creaminess 6/10

firmness 4/10

pungency 3/10

Best cheese wine pairing

Pair Port Salut with a medium-bodied red like Merlot, or an unoaked Chardonnay — a milder semi-hard cheese (sharpness 3) is best met halfway, not overpowered.

Substitutes for Port Salut

Bel Paese similar overall, but more meltability Morbier similar overall, but more sharpness Herrgårdsost similar overall, but more sharpness Wensleydale similar overall, but less meltability Havarti similar overall, but more meltability Danbo similar overall, but less pungency