Wikipedia Article About Bleu d'Auvergne on Wikipedia Bleu d'Auvergne is a French blue cheese, named for its place of origin in the Auvergne region of south-central France. It is made from cow's milk, and is one of the cheeses granted the Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée from the French government. It originated in south central France and is a blue cheese made from cow's milk with a strong taste. It is less salty, moist and pungent than other blue cheeses and is used as pasta garnish, salad dressing, and goes well with red or sweet wines.