Product Reviews and Ratings - Switzerland - Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere from igourmet

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(based on 15 ratings)

Located in:Cheese, Switzerland

This cheese comes to us from Emmi, master cheesemakers since 1782. They buy full 200 pound of Gruyere from the farming regions in the Canton of Fribourg, then age them in underground sandstone caves in their facility near Lucerne. Made from rich, unpasteurized, Alpine cow's milk, this Grand Gruyere Reserve has been aged for at least one year, compared with the average four to six months. A rustic, somewhat oily rind gives way to firm, smooth textured cheese which is slightly aromatic with a robust, assertive flavor. Wonderful served unadorned with some dark bread and figs, this is also a great melting cheese, and one that lends itself well to gratins, fondues and soups.

Made from unpasteurized cow's milk.
Photo depicts whole 20 lb. form of cheese.
We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.

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Product Reviews Summary

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.9 stars

(based on 15 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Firm(6), Flavorful(8), High quality(5), Rich(8)

Best Uses:

After dinner(3), Hors d'oeuvre(4), Melted(7), Salads(3), Sandwiches(7)

Describe Yourself:

Chef(3), Foodie(3)

Special Swiss Gruere

By bill

from wolcott, CT on 12/23/2008

Gift:

Pros:

Buttery, Complex, Creamy, Firm, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere:

This, by far, is the best cheese and to have such an eminent caved cheese available is worth the price [...]

Great In Rosti!!

By Sandy

from Wimauma, FL on 8/6/2008

Pros:

Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere:

Great addition to Rosti. Great on sandwiches. Makes for a wonderful cheeseburger.

Brings back fond memories

By Cheese Lover

from Nova Scotia via Washington State on 2/18/2008

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Love to Cook

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere:

This brings back fond memories of when I lived in the Gruyere area of Switzerland. They keep the best for themselves, knowing they appreciate it more than most North Americans but this rivals the best chalet made I have had the pleasure of eating. Spectacular in fondue with the Swiss Vacherin (also found here) as it is classically made in haute Gruyere.

Very tasty cheese!

By Chris

from Miami FL on 1/23/2008

Pros:

Delicate, Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Love good cuisine

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere:

I use Gruyere melted on toast, in sandwiches, or just like that. This cave aged one tastes much better than the regular Gruyere. I also love Fondue's which is a famous Swiss food, made from melted Gruyere, Appenzeller and Emmentaler.

Switzerland's best

By Sandra

from Billings, MT on 12/11/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere:

Together with the Appenzeller, the Gruyere also is one of Switzerland's most favorite, traditional and famous cheeses. Gruyere is good on anything. I would describe it as Switzerland's answer to America's cheddar cheese. Of course with a lot more refined and delicate taste and way more healthier! Gruyere is absolutely the best on anything, goes well into Fondue together with Emmentaler, Appenzeller and Tilsiter. It is one of the top main cheeses in Switzerland.

SUGGESTION

By PHYLLIEMAMA from PHOENIX AZ. on 12/6/2007

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Good cook

Comments about Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere:

FOR THOSE WHO FELT THIS CHEESE DID NOT HOLD UP WELL, MIGHT I SUGGEST A VACCUM SEALER. AIRTIGHT THINGS LIKE CHEESES LAST MUCH LONGER.

This is a big hit

By Debbie the Chef

from Yonkers, NY on 10/8/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Chef

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere:

Absolutely wonderful. Rich and pungent like a good Gruyere should be.

This is a keeper

By Debbie the chef

from Yonkers, NY on 10/8/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich

Best Uses:

Melted, Sandwiches, Wonderful in onion soup

Describe Yourself:

Chef

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere:

A smooth, creamy, pungent cheese. Absolutely great melted in soup and on good toasted French bread.

Good stuff!

By RRS

from Wisconsin on 5/20/2007

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere:

Yum!

Classic!

By Clara

from Boston, MA on 3/12/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Hor d'oevre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere:

The real thing. Very versatile and very good!

Best Gruyere I've Found

By Island Man from Orlando, FL. on 2/28/2007

Pros:

High Quality

Cons:

Just wanted more

Best Uses:

On the patio after work

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere:

I've had some wonderful Gruyere from around the world over the years but this is by far the most flavorful and distinctive. This was my first cave aged cheese and I agree with article I read about the distinctive quality of this process. I now come home to this cheese and a glass of wine to really unwind.

Great cheese for the price

By C.G. from Minneapolis, MN on 2/23/2007

Pros:

Good Value, High Quality

Cons:

Eat fairly quick

Best Uses:

Snacking

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere:

This cheese tastes great and is a good value for the money. Plan to eat it all over a period of a week because once you open it the flavor will start to soften. It shouldn't take long to eat it though because it does taste very good.

Fabtastic cheese!!!!

By Rayne Golay from Cape Coral, FL on 2/22/2007

Pros:

For true cheese lovers, Good Value, High Quality

Best Uses:

Rounds off a meal

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere:

From Geneva, Switerland, I'm spoiled with excellent cheeses. The cave aged Gruyere is a real find, the perfect ending to a meal, orbetween meals with a glass of wine. It's "bite" and lingering taste is too good to waste in cooking.

Fabulous!

By Kati

from Nashville, TN on 2/22/2007

Pros:

High Quality

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere:

This cheese is truly excellent. It is slightly crumbly, rich, nutty, complex, and all around exceptionally enjoyable. Highly recommended. You won't be disappointed.

Wonderful

By Jay from Beckley, WV on 2/22/2007

Pros:

High Quality

Best Uses:

Cheese Tray w wine

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere:

Amazing, crunchy salt like bits in cheese. Unique flavor. Didn't last extremely long after opening plastic wrap, but well liked over other stronger cheeses.

Customer Reviews about the Cave Aged Swiss Gruyere at igourmet