Our Organic Gruyère AOP Classic showcases everything that has made Switzerland’s most celebrated mountain cheese famous for centuries — crafted from raw milk, produced under strict AOP regulations, and matured with patience in traditional cheese cellars. What sets this wheel apart is its certified organic pedigree, reflecting an even closer connection to nature, animal welfare, and sustainable farming practices.
Perfect for everyday enjoyment, cheese boards, sandwiches, gratins or fondue, this young Gruyère delivers a smooth, creamy texture with delicate nutty notes and a clean, lingering finish.
### Certified Organic Raw Milk
The milk used for this Organic Gruyère AOP comes exclusively from certified organic farms in the Gruyère region. The cows graze on lush alpine pastures during the warmer months and are fed organic hay throughout winter. As required by AOP regulations, no silage is used, ensuring the milk retains its exceptional purity and complexity.
### Crafted the Traditional Way
Each wheel begins its journey in the village dairy, where fresh raw milk from the morning milking is combined with milk from the previous evening. The cheesemaker carefully adds selected cultures and natural rennet, allowing the milk to slowly transform into cheese.
Because the milk remains unpasteurised, it preserves the full spectrum of aromas and flavours unique to the region’s pastures, seasons and terroir — the true signature of authentic Gruyère AOP.
### Patient Cellar Maturation
After an initial maturation period at the dairy, the wheels are transferred to specialised ageing cellars where they mature for a minimum of six months. In the cool, humid environment, each wheel is regularly turned and lovingly washed with brine to encourage the development of its characteristic rind and flavour profile.
The result is a beautifully balanced Gruyère with a supple texture, gentle sweetness and the unmistakable character that only organic raw milk and traditional Swiss craftsmanship can deliver.
| SKU | 104526 |
|---|---|
| Country | Switzerland |
| Brand | Le Gruyere AOP |
| Cheese Type | Hard |
| Milk Type | Cow |
| Milk Treatment | Raw Milk |
| Maturation | 6 months |