750G MAROILLES FAUQUET - European Score 100/100

European Score analysis

This Maroilles from Fauquet, produced by Savencia, is a PDO-certified northern French washed-rind cheese manufactured in Le Nouvion-en-Thiérache — a town at the heart of the traditional Maroilles production area in Thiérache. The product achieves a perfect score of 100, with headquarters and manufacturing each contributing 35, certifications 5, distribution 15, ingredients 10, and a proximity bonus of 5. The certifications score reflects the Maroilles PDO status.

Fauquet is a historic Maroilles brand, and its integration within the Savencia group places it within one of France's largest speciality cheese portfolios. The product carries a lactose-free declaration, a practical attribute for consumers with lactose sensitivity who nonetheless wish to enjoy a traditional Maroilles. Manufacturing in Le Nouvion-en-Thiérache is fully consistent with the PDO's geographical requirements. With a percentile of 51, this product outscores 51% of the 43 products assessed in the Maroilles category — a just-above-median position in a moderately competitive segment.

For consumers seeking a PDO-certified Maroilles with the added benefit of lactose-free formulation and a clearly documented manufacturing location, this Fauquet product offers a well-credentialled option that combines traditional designation integrity with a contemporary dietary consideration rarely found in the washed-rind cheese category.