Morbier Cheese

The Facts

Country: France
Milk Type: Unpasteurized Cow
Age: 4-6 Months

Tasting Notes:

Morbier cheese was originally made from the left-over milk of Comte cheese, and was made partially at night and partially in the morning. The original makers would only have enough milk at night to make half the cheese, so they would rub it with ash to preserve it until the next day, when they were able to fill the rest. This would create the beautiful streak of ash seen in the centre of the cheese. Today, however, the cheese is made all at once, but still features the ash.

This cheese features a strong, earthy, mushroom-like flavour, with a fairly strong aroma. 

Pair with a Pinot Noir or a Gewürtztraminer.

Our cheese mongers hand cut every cheese to order. We will always try to cut the exact weight ordered, however your piece might be slightly over or under the amount listed. But please know that we cut it freshly and specifically for you.

If you order several cheeses, we will usually make up for shortcomings on weight, if any, on the other cheeses ordered.

All cheeses are wrapped in special cheese paper and sealed to preserve freshness during transit.

Every order includes all the necessary thermal packaging and ice packs required for current weather conditions. Our main focus is getting the freshest product delivered to your door.