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Gruyere

Buttery, nutty and savory with a gentle mountain-cheese sweetness.

Milk & style
Cow; treatment varies by producer • Origin Switzerland / Alpine Europe

Tang 4/10   ·   Funkiness 4/10

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Food, wine & beer pairings

Food
Potatoes, bread, ham, apples or fondue

Wine
Chasselas, Riesling or Pinot Noir

Beer
Lager, bock or brown ale

More about this cheese

History & producer
Origin Switzerland / Alpine Europe dairy or affineur – verify the current wheel label Gruyere belongs to the alpine tradition associated with Origin Switzerland / Alpine Europe. Recipes and sourcing can vary by shipment, so use the current package or wheel label to identify the exact dairy and milk treatment.

At the cheese counter
A classic Alpine-style cheese: nutty, crowd-friendly and especially good melted.

In the kitchen
MELTING: Very good with gentle heat; aged pieces may release a little oil. GRATING: Excellent when cold. SHAVING: Excellent when cold – use a vegetable peeler or cheese plane.

Enjoy within
7-14 days after opening

Keep refrigerated and wrap well. “Enjoy within” is a best-quality guide; follow the package date and store food-safety procedures. Product details vary; confirm the current wheel or package label. The complete PDF includes the rennet reference and source notes.