From the UNESCO-listed biosphere of the Entlebuch comes a cheese that truly lives up to its name—Bergfichtenzauber, or “mountain spruce magic.” This distinctive Alpine specialty brings a whisper of the forest straight to your palate, thanks to its delicate spruce wood influence that lends a refined, lightly resinous aroma and a beautifully savoury depth.
On the tongue, it’s smooth and gently yielding, with a mild, slightly spiced character that unfolds into subtle notes of spruce – never overpowering, just enough to evoke the cool, fragrant air of a Swiss mountain forest. It’s a cheese that feels both comforting and intriguing, equally at home on a refined cheeseboard or melted into something simple and rustic.
AWARDS
2025 – World Cheese Awards, Silver
A standout at the World Cheese Awards 2025, Bergfichtenzauber impressed judges with its balance and originality—an elegant expression of Alpine craftsmanship with a unique twist.
2026 – Swiss Cheese Awards, Category Winner
| SKU | 103610 |
|---|---|
| Country | Switzerland |
| Cheese Type | Semi-hard |
| Milk Type | Cow |
| Milk Treatment | Pasteurised |
| Maturation | 2 months |
| Unit | wheel |