Article: Favorite goat cheeses.(TASTE TEST)

Some of the finest goat cheese anywhere is made here in the West--in fact, California's Laura Chenel was one of the first to introduce it to America back in the '70s. From Hawaii to Colorado, these 4 companies (out of a group of 12) wowed our Sunset tasting panel. Brighten a spring salad with one of their offerings.

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Laura Chenel

WHY: Chenel's long been the queen of chevre, and her reign won't end anytime soon. Subtly flavored, with "a tang that's not harsh, but assertive." We especially love the Black Pepper Chabis and Cabecou, which is packed in olive oil.

INFO: From $4 for 5 oz. Available at gourmet markets and ...

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