Gruyère AOP Corsé 12 Mois from Fromagerie Moléson is a matured version of the classic Swiss Gruyère, aged for approximately twelve months to develop a stronger and more pronounced character. Made from raw cow’s milk and produced in accordance with the Gruyère AOP specifications, this hard cheese originates from the Swiss canton of Fribourg, one of the traditional regions of Gruyère production.
After a year of maturation, the cheese develops a firm and slightly crumbly texture while maintaining the dense structure typical of Gruyère. Its flavor becomes more intense and full-bodied compared to younger versions, with a pronounced savory profile and a distinctive caramel-like note that appears at the end of the palate.
The aging process allows the cheese to develop deeper aromas and a more complex taste while preserving the balanced saltiness and nutty character associated with Gruyère. With a minimum fat content of about 49%, the cheese retains richness and depth while remaining suitable both as a table cheese and for culinary uses.
Gruyère AOP Corsé 12 mois is part of a maturation range that includes younger and older expressions of the same cheese, each reflecting different stages of flavor development.
Producer
Fromagerie Moléson is a Swiss dairy and cheesemaking company located in Orsonnens in the canton of Fribourg, a region with a long tradition of alpine cheese production. The company was founded in 1965 by the Grossrieder family and has developed into an important processor of regional milk and dairy products.
It works closely with local dairy farmers, collecting milk from numerous farms in the surrounding area and processing several million kilograms of milk each year, primarily cow’s milk but also goat and sheep milk. The company produces a wide range of traditional Swiss cheeses, including Gruyère AOP, Vacherin Fribourgeois AOP, raclette cheeses, tomme-style cheeses, and various fondue blends.
Alongside these classic products, the dairy also develops its own specialty cheeses and value-added dairy products that combine regional ingredients with modern production techniques. An important part of its activity includes cheese maturation, as the company operates aging cellars where cheeses are carefully monitored and turned during the affinage process to develop their characteristic flavor and texture.
Fromagerie Moléson also distributes its products through its own retail shop and broader distribution network in Switzerland and abroad. Over the years, the company and its cheeses have received recognition at international cheese competitions, particularly for their Gruyère AOP.
The business emphasizes a balance between traditional cheesemaking practices and modern production standards while maintaining strong partnerships with regional dairy farmers.
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