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A Swiss mountain cheese made in the same style as classics such as Gruyere with raw milk from cows grazing on the mountain pastures around Mount Moléson in the Pre-Alps of Fribourg, which peaks at an altitude of 2002 metres. Under the rough natural rind, the texture is smooth, dense and compact with some small tyrosine crystals forming over the 12-month maturation. The interior has a sweet-savoury aroma with hints of tropical fruit and broth, and a rich flavour of roasted nuts, sweet cream and alpine herbs.
Serve on platters with honey, fruit jams and seeded crackers or bread. Pair with craft beers, and aromatic white wines such as Pinot Blanc, aged Semillon and Gruner Veltliner or medium-bodied fruity red wines. Swiss cheeses like this tend to have a less crumbly texture – so a great choice if you are looking for some variety in your hard cheese choice on platters.
Region: Fribourg, Switzerland
Milk: Unpasteurised Cow
Rennet: Animal
Size: Approx 250g wedge, cut to order
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