Rochefort, Belgium
Fromagerie de Rochefort
Belgian butter and cheese manufacturer since 1948, producing authentic dairy products using traditional methods and cow's milk from the Rochefort-Ardennes region.
Mathot-Sofra is a family-owned Belgian dairy company established in 1948 by Arthur Mathot in the village of Celles. The company operates two facilities: a butter production site in Celles-Houyet and an artisanal cheese factory in Rochefort. The company specializes in producing pure, natural butter with a velvety texture and handcrafted cheeses developed in partnership with Trappist monks from Abbaye Saint Rémy de Rochefort since 1998.
The company is committed to traditional production methods using mechanical fabrication with cow's milk as the primary ingredient. Mathot-Sofra has maintained 100% Belgian ownership and family management across three generations, remaining independent from industrial groups. The company adheres to strict food hygiene standards and holds IFS and BRC certifications.
Since 2007, Mathot-Sofra has expanded its product line to include organic butter and cheese options, addressing environmental sustainability and quality concerns. The company emphasizes authenticity, terroir-based production, and artisanal craftsmanship in all products, positioning itself as a guardian of traditional Belgian dairy traditions.
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- Dairy
- Butter & creamCheese
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