We’re delighted to announce that several cheeses represented by The Red Cow have been recognised at the World Cheese Awards 2025 in Bern – one of the world’s most prestigious cheese competitions.
Judged against more than 5,000 cheeses from over 40 countries, these Swiss masterpieces earned their place among the very best, appearing in the official World Cheese Awards directory.
The Overall World Champion: Gruyère AOP 18 Months
This year’s Supreme Champion was a spectacular Gruyère AOP 18 months from Vorderfultigen – a wheel praised for its perfect balance of sweetness, roasted nuttiness, depth and a long, elegant finish.
While we do not carry this specific wheel, we proudly represent a remarkably similar alternative: Selection Rolf Beeler Gruyère AOP 18 months – matured by Switzerland’s best-known affineur and celebrated for its intense, nutty, beautifully balanced flavour.
Our World Cheese Awards 2025 Winners
These standout Swiss cheeses impressed the judges on the global stage. Below is a showcase of each award-winning entry, grouped by award level.
- Gstaader Bergkäse classic (Super Gold)
- Entlebucher Bergfichtenzauber (Silver)
- Le Maréchal Original (Silver)
- Old Witch (Alte Hexe) (Silver)
- Raclette Gourmet – Seiler Raclette eckig classic (Silver)
- Red Witch (Rote Hexe) (Silver)
- Selection Rolf Beeler Hoch Ybrig (Silver)
- Le Gruyère AOP Réserve (Bronze)
Gstaader Bergkäse classic
A true mountain cheese from the Gstaad region: firm, aromatic and packed with Alpine character, earning a coveted Super Gold at the World Cheese Awards 2025.
Entlebucher Bergfichtenzauber
A distinctive Alpine specialty from the Entlebuch region, Bergfichtenzauber is crafted with a unique touch of spruce wood influence, giving it a refined resinous aroma and savoury depth that impressed the judges at the World Cheese Awards 2025.
Le Maréchal Original
A farmhouse classic with aromatics of hay, roasted hazelnuts and Alpine terroir, widely admired for its depth and elegance.
Old Witch (Alte Hexe)
Alte Hexe is powerful, complex and unforgettable – offering deeply roasted aromas, caramelised notes and a characteristic Alpine punch.
Raclette Gourmet – Seiler Raclette eckig classic
Smooth, elastic and perfectly meltable, this raclette has become a signature Swiss classic – and a standout in the 2025 competition.
Red Witch (Rote Hexe)
Famous for its striking red rind and savoury-sweet, full-bodied flavour, Red Witch continues to charm cheese lovers around the world.
Selection Rolf Beeler – Hoch Ybrig
A washed-rind Alpine classic offering roasted nuttiness, herbal notes and deep savoury complexity.
Le Gruyère AOP Réserve
Matured for extra depth and savoury complexity, Gruyère AOP Réserve impressed judges with its wonderful balance of sweetness, nuttiness and rich Alpine depth.
Celebrating Switzerland’s Finest Cheeses
These award-winning cheeses represent the pinnacle of Swiss cheesemaking tradition. We are proud to represent these exceptional products and congratulate the producers on their international recognition at the World Cheese Awards 2025.