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Milk type
Cow
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Cheese type
Cooked pressed cheese
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Heat treatment
Raw milk
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Country of origin
Switzerland
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Type of production
Artisanal
APPENZELLER EXTRA
A true Swiss cheese gem, Appenzeller has been handcrafted for over 700 years in the northeast of Switzerland, in the heart of the canton of Appenzell Innerrhoden and Ausserrhoden. This iconic cheese owes its bold and refined taste to a closely guarded secret recipe known as Sulz: a brine made from herbs, mountain plants, salt, and spices, applied during regular brushing of the wheels throughout the ageing process.
Fabriqué à partir de lait cru de vache, issu de troupeaux nourris à l’herbe des pâturages de colline et de montagne, l’Appenzeller reflète toute la richesse de son terroir préalpin, entre le massif du Säntis et les rives du lac de Constance. Chaque meule, produite selon une tradition fromagère ancienne, développe une pâte ferme, une texture souple et une saveur intense, à la fois fruitée, épicée et légèrement poivrée.
Renowned and cherished by lovers of bold flavours, Appenzeller is the ultimate all-purpose cheese. It can be enjoyed as is, in thin slices, or used in cooking to enhance a sandwich (we love it!), top a gratin dish, enrich a fondue, or complement a traditional recipe. Its brushed rind and generous paste make it a cheese of character, equally at home on a cheese platter or as the centrepiece of a hearty dish.
Thanks to several months of maturing in our tunnel under optimal conditions, Appenzeller develops a unique aromatic richness that pairs perfectly with a dry white wine or a light red wine. A healthy, natural cheese stemming from an exceptional Swiss cheesemaking heritage, it represents a strictly regulated production, respectful of traditional expertise and the people behind it.
Our matured Appenzeller is available in-store, as well as for order with careful delivery, ensuring optimal preservation until it reaches your refrigerator. Each piece is meticulously prepared to preserve all the quality, texture, and flavour of this exceptional Swiss cheese.
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