Fromage fumé au feu de bois (28 % MG) - European Score 100/100

European Score analysis

Brézain's wood-smoked cheese earns a perfect score of 100, underpinned by a supply chain concentrated entirely within France. Headquarters and manufacturing each contribute 35 points, ingredients add 10, domestic distribution provides 15, and a proximity bonus of 5 completes the breakdown. No certification points apply.

Manufacturing is attributed to Société Cartry et Compagnie, part of the Holding des Monts du Livradois group, located in Clermont-Ferrand within the Auvergne region and the Puy de Dôme department. This places production in a historically significant French cheesemaking area. The product carries a green dot and Eco Emballages label, reflecting packaging recovery participation.

With a percentile of 79 across 29 smoked cheeses, this product outscores nearly four in five competitors in its category — a strong relative position that complements its maximum absolute score. The combination of Auvergne manufacturing heritage, full French ingredient sourcing, and high category standing makes this a compelling choice for consumers interested in provenance-led purchasing. The wood-smoking method, referenced in the product name, adds artisanal character, though the score itself is driven purely by geographical and supply-chain factors rather than production method.