Laura Chenel - Triballat

In Provence in the 1970s, our founder learned the traditional craft of making fresh goat cheese. Back in Sonoma, California in 1979, she launched her own venture and began selling her goat cheese at farmers’ markets — a first in the United States.

Chef Alice Waters — herself a pioneer — discovered Laura Chenel and showcased her cheeses at her restaurant, Chez Panisse. Success was immediate.

Today, her legacy lives on through a gourmet, award-winning range of goat cheeses, crafted in our LEED Gold-certified sustainable creamery located in the heart of Sonoma’s wine country.

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Our featured products

Le Chef’s Chèvre

Chef’s Chèvre is our original product. It has been a staple for America’s top chefs for over 40 years. Made year-round from fresh milk, its creamy texture and bright, fresh flavour enhance every recipe beautifully.

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Original Chablis

Our Original goat cheese is known for its fresh, tangy flavour, enhanced by a hint of salt. The creamy Chabis (or “little pillows”) have a high moisture content and a smooth, velvety texture — perfect for spreading!

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La Buche Mango Habanero

A fresh goat cheese that’s both sweet and spicy, inspired by the richness and culinary influences of Sonoma. The perfect balance of sweetness and heat.

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Thyme and Rosemary marinated

Generous slices of fresh goat cheese — creamy and lightly tangy — slowly absorb a blend of olive oil infused with peppers, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf and spices. A subtle pairing that delivers delicious flavour and an irresistible aroma.

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