The Great Cheeses of Switzerland (2 Pound) by igourmet.com

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Switzerland 's history of cheese stretches back more than 800 years. Throughout the centuries, the Swiss art of cheese production has hardly changed, having been passed down from generation to generation. Emmi, a Swiss company that helps local producers market their cheeses internationally, has selected over 270 village cheese dairies that produce cheeses from fresh milk using traditional recipes and methods. While most Americans think that Switzerland only produces "Swiss Cheese," this small Alpine country actually produces over 300 types ranging from soft-ripened varieties to triple creams to hard grating styles. This new assortment contains four of Switzerland's finest. Emmentaler: This classic, nutty cheese is named after the valley of the river Emme. It is still made using traditional methods by small village dairies, from farm-fresh milk delivered twice a day, as it has been for over 450 years. Our Emmentaler comes to us in huge wheels weighing over 180 pounds, encased in a natural rind. Le Tonneau: Le Tonneau is a new cheese from Switzerland ripened for four months. Its rind has a natural dark color, with grooves that resemble a barrel. Like the character of a large cheese, Le Tonneau has a unique taste with a full, fruity flavor. This fresh, partially skimmed cow's milk cheese has a novel consistency and an exceptionally delicate creaminess. Vignerons: Commonly known as "winemaker's cheese," in Switzerland, this fantastic cheese has a firm, satiny body with a scattering of small holes. Its flavor is similar to, but slightly stronger than, a premium Gruyere, sharing its distinct nutty sweetness. Made from raw cow's milk, Vignerons is aged for over three months and is refined with a secret blend of ingredients including Valais red wine and alpine herbs. Don Olivo: This unique cheese from Switzerland has an Italian flair. Its flavor is surprisingly distinctive, as this semi-soft cheese is blended with black olive bits.

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Awesome

We spent our honeymoon in Switzerland and ate these cheeses often during our stay. Since I've been back, I've been longing for some of the cheese I tasted over there. This order really hit the spot! I need to go back...

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