Comte is a co-operatively made cheese. During the maturation process the young cheeses are initially kept warm to awaken the propionic bacteria which develop the nutty flavours in the aged cheese. They are then moved to cool, slow-ripening temperatures for long maturation. Our Comte has is aged between 18 and 24 months resulting in a crystalline texture and a caramel, buttery flavour.
Made with raw cow's milk and animal rennet in Franche-Comte, France.
