Sold throughout France, this Savoie reblochon made from raw milk is contaminated by E. coli

Sold throughout France, this Savoie reblochon made from raw milk is contaminated by E. coli
A product recall has just been announced for Grancoeur raw milk Reblochon de Savoie, after the detection of the toxigenic Escherichia coli shiga bacteria (STEC). This traditional cheese, symbol of the Savoyard region, has been marketed throughout France.

This Reblochon with raw milkhandcrafted, bears the lot number 5-256B and one
consumption deadline set for December 27, 2025. It had to be stored in the refrigerator. Sold in particular by The Reserve of Taste, CBS Distribution, Magpra, Lavarenne Distribution And Mauron Fromagerie SARLthis product is affected by potential contamination
E.coli STECa bacteria that can cause severe digestive problems.

Consumer recall: Reblochon de Savoie with Grancoeur raw milk contaminated with E. coli STEC

The references of the recalled product are as follows:

  • Product concerned: Savoie Reblochon with raw milk Grancoeur
  • Category : Milk and dairy products
  • Brand : Grancoeur
  • Reference or model: Savoie Reblochon with raw milk Grancoeur
  • Batch number: 5-256B
  • Use-by date (DLC):
    12/27/2025
  • Marketing period: from 10/16/2025 to 11/04/2025
  • Storage temperature: Store in the refrigerator
  • Geographical sales area: Whole France
  • Distributors: La Réserve du Goût, CBS Distribution, Magpra, Lavarenne Distribution, Mauron Fromagerie SARL
  • Reason for recall: Detection of E. coli STEC
  • End date of recall procedure: Not specified
  • Nature of the recall: Volunteer (without prefectural order)

What are the health risks?

The presence ofToxigenic Shiga Escherichia coli (STEC) in a product based on
raw milk constitutes a serious health risk. This bacteria can cause, in the week following consumption, sometimes bloody diarrheaof the abdominal pain and vomitingaccompanied or not by fever. In 5 to 8% of casesthese symptoms can progress to serious kidney complicationsespecially in young children.

Consumers who have ingested this cheese and exhibit these symptoms should consult their doctor quicklyspecifying the consumption of the product concerned. On the other hand, in the absence of symptoms in 15 days depending on consumption, no consultation is necessary.

How to get reimbursed?

Customers still holding this Savoie Reblochon with raw milk Grancoeur must stop consuming it immediately And destroy it. A
refund is offered at the points of sale where the product was purchased. Consumers can return the cheese directly to the store, even without a receipt, to obtain a full refund.