Saputo Dairy USA’s New Montchevre Topped Line Selected as Editors’ Pick by Progressive Grocer
Saputo Dairy USA’s (SUSA, Saputo) newest products under the Montchevre brand, a line of Topped Goat Cheeses, are already catching the eye of consumers and industry professionals alike, as the innovative product line has been selected as a “2022 Editors’ Pick” by Progressive Grocer. The Montchevre Topped Line caters to consumers sweet and savory cravings and is available in a unique serving cup, making it an ideal snack anytime, anywhere and for every occasion.
“We’re thrilled to have the Montchevre Topped Line be so well received following its summer launch and are honored for the products to be chosen as a Progressive Grocer 2022 Editors’ Pick, alongside other leading products and brands,” said Jenny Englert, SUSA Senior Marketing Manager. “We know that more than ever US households are buying and consuming goat cheese, which is why we’re so proud of our Montchevre brand team for continuing to accelerate our innovation pipeline by adding a variety of new trending flavors and formats, like the Topped Line, into the marketplace for consumers to enjoy.”
According to Progressive Grocer, Editors’ Picks is one of the highest accolades a brand can receive for successful product innovation, differentiation and category performance. Since 2004, the Editors’ Picks awards program has recognized the evolution of cutting-edge product innovation, giving retail buyers a comprehensive guide to the latest and greatest products that meet consumers’ ever-increasing demand for functional, interesting and on-trend products. This year, Progressive Grocer also gave a unique Editors’ Picks award to companies showing special innovation when it comes to packaging.
The Montchevre Topped Line brings innovative goat cheese offerings to consumers who love easy, elevated snacking and entertaining solutions. In this new line, gourmet sweet and savory ingredients top the Montchevre brand’s original creamy cheese, making it easy for consumers to bring artisanal restaurant-quality compotes home to accompany their fan favorite goat cheese. The unique flavors of cranberry port and roasted red pepper offer a satisfying solution for both sweet and savory palates, while the packaging allows for easy portability and serving anytime, anywhere – simply unwrap, flip and serve. These versatile snacks and accompaniments are ideal for dipping, spreading and melting and can be served alongside vegetables, fruit, bread, crackers and more.
The Montchevre Topped Cranberry Port features a cranberry-forward flavor profile, mimicking cheesecake. The sweet topping pairs beautifully with a dry glass of prosecco to counterbalance the sweet notes of the cranberry, while graham crackers, shortbread or moderately sweet foods pair perfectly as dipping vessels.
The Montchevre Topped Roasted Red Pepper flavor welcomes tastebuds with pepper forward, bright, acidic and assertive flavor profiles and pairs well with light and white wines like Sauvignon Blanc and light red wines, such as Pinot Noir. The savory flavor profile welcomes food pairings like seasoned crackers and vegetables to balance the cheese and give it more herbal notes.
As the U.S. goat cheese category leader, the Montchevre brand is committed to continuously expanding consumption amongst U.S. households and is one of the only brands to invest in driving mass-scale consideration and trial of goat cheese nationwide.
Entries of the 2022 Editors’ Picks were judged on a product’s compelling attributes, uniqueness, overall category impact and performance, packaging and more. You can view a complete list of Progressive Grocer’s 2022 Editors’ Picks on its website.