Charles Arnaud Comte AOP Reserve 12 Months Aged
SKU: 114S
Origin: France
$17.49
/ 1/2 lb
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SKU: 114S
Although Swiss Gruyere may be better known, the French variety is no less special. Created by local villagers in alpine dairies called "Fruiteries", its milk comes only from Montbeliarde and Tachete de L'est cows. Contributing to Comté's unique flavor, morning and evening milkings are mingled before the cheesemaking process. For transforming the milk into curds, the cheesemaker must only use natural ferments to receive the Comte seal. During aging, the curd is cooked, then pressed, with a natural brushed rind that comes from weekly care.
When it comes to acquiring flavor, Comté cannot be hurried. These Reserve wheels are aged for one year, resulting in a sweet and nutty masterpiece with less bite than its twin from Switzerland. Distinguished by a black label, this Comté is hand-selected by Entremont, ensuring the highest quality.
Comté has a satiny, ivory-colored body and a scattering of holes the size of a hazelnut. A traditional fondue cheese, Comte can also be shredded, sliced, grated, and chunked in addition to being melted. This is not a cheese that always tastes the same. Each round of Comté reveals differences in the composition of its flavor, depending on the micro-region where it was produced, the season, the particular technique of the cheese maker, and the cellar where it was matured. It can always be called upon and never disappoints, whether as a table cheese or in a gratin.
- Made from unpasteurized cow's milk; aged for one year.
- Whole form is 70 pounds.
- We cut and wrap this item by hand.
Nutrition Facts
Charles Arnaud Comte AOP Reserve 12 Months Aged by Cut & Wrapped by igourmet - 1/2 lb
Serving Size 1oz Total Servings approx. 7.5Amount Per Serving
Calories 418
Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 35g
Saturated Fat 23g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholestrol 0mg
Sodium 0mg
Total Carbohydrates 0g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Sugars 0g
Protein 27g
Vitamin A
0%
Vitamin C
0%
Calcium
0%
Iron
0%
Vitamin E
0%
Nutrition Facts
Charles Arnaud Comte AOP Reserve 12 Months Aged by Cut & Wrapped by igourmet - 1 lb
Serving Size 1oz Total Servings approx. 7.5Amount Per Serving
Calories 418
Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 35g
Saturated Fat 23g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholestrol 0mg
Sodium 0mg
Total Carbohydrates 0g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Sugars 0g
Protein 27g
Vitamin A
0%
Vitamin C
0%
Calcium
0%
Iron
0%
Vitamin E
0%
What’s the best way to store my cheese?
The best way to keep cheese fresh is to store it in the vegetable crisper in your fridge. Before doing so, wrap in parchment or wax paper, then wrap loosely in plastic wrap. You can also buy our exclusive cheese storage bags, specially created to keep your cheese fresher, longer.
Unless used for cooking, we don’t recommend storing cheese in the freezer as this will alter its texture.
What is the best temperature to serve my cheese?
Remove cheese from the fridge an hour before serving, as cheese is best experienced at room temperature to enjoy the full spectrum of flavors.
How long will my cheese stay fresh in the refrigerator?
The length of time cheeses last in the fridge after opening depends largely on the type of cheese. Soft varieties tend to spoil more quickly than hard varieties. Please refer to the table below for a convenient reference:
CHEESE TYPE |
EXAMPLES |
SHELF LIFE |
Fresh Cheeses |
Mozzarella, Feta, Burrata, Ricotta, Mascarpone, Chevre |
5 - 7 Days |
Soft Ripened Cheese |
Brie, Camembert, Triple Cream, Limburger, Robiola |
7 - 10 Days |
Blue Cheeses |
Danish Blue, Roquefort, Gorgonzola, Stilton |
2 Weeks |
Medium Firm Cheeses (semi-hard) |
Gouda, Havarti, Emmental, Appenzeller, Manchego, Petite Basque, Tete de Moine |
2 - 3 Weeks |
Firm/Sharp Cheeses |
Sharp Cheddar, Provolone Piccante, Cave Aged Gruyere |
4 - 6 Weeks |
Grating Cheeses |
Parmigiano, Grana, Pecorino Romano, Asiago |
3 – 6 Months |
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