Goat Cheese Mousse, Cucumber, and Mint Verrines

Freshness, finesse, and elegance: our Champagne Brut Blanc de Blancs is the ideal companion for refined appetizers. Made from 100% Chardonnay, it delights with its liveliness, citrus notes, and delicate minerality. To enhance it, we offer a light and delicious recipe: goat cheese mousse verrines with cucumber and mint.

A Recipe Full of Freshness

These verrines balance the creaminess of goat cheese, the freshness of cucumber, and the aromatic touch of mint. A perfect pairing with the iodized nuances and beautiful acidity of our Blanc de Blancs.

Ingredients (for 4 servings)

• 200 g fresh goat cheese
• 10 cl heavy cream, well-chilled
• ½ cucumber
• 6 fresh mint leaves
• A drizzle of olive oil
• Salt, pepper
• Lemon zest for garnish

Preparation

Prepare the goat cheese mousse

• Loosen the goat cheese with a drizzle of olive oil.
• Whip the cream into soft peaks, then gently fold it into the goat cheese.
• Season with salt and pepper.

Prepare the cucumber and mint

• Peel and cut the cucumber into small cubes.
• Chop the mint and add it to the cucumber with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt.

Assemble the verrines

• Spoon the cucumber cubes into the bottom of the verrines.
• Add the goat cheese mousse using a piping bag or a spoon.
• Sprinkle with lemon zest and garnish with a mint leaf.

Serving Tips

Serve our Champagne Brut Blanc de Blancs well-chilled at 9°C in a tall glass to fully appreciate its finesse. Its delicate effervescence and citrus aromas elevate the creamy goat cheese and the fresh cucumber. For an even more refined pairing, serve these verrines with some toasted seed bread or thin slices of smoked salmon. A perfect match for a light and elegant appetizer!