Comté
France's most popular AOC cheese. Made in cooperative dairies (fruitières) since 13th century. Each wheel scored from 1-20 for quality. Terroir-driven flavor varies by season and pasture.
Aging Time
4 months – 2 years
Typical Weight
40 kg
- Style
- Hard
- Milk
- Cow
- Origin
- France · 3 regions
- Ripening
- ≥ 4 months
Tasting Board
| Salt | 3 of 5 |
|---|---|
| Tang | 2 of 5 |
| Richness | 4 of 5 |
| Creaminess | 2 of 5 |
| Crumble | 3 of 5 |
Texture
Firm, slightly crystalline when well-aged, smooth
Flavor
Complex, nutty, fruity, caramel, sweet, slightly salty. Flavor varies by season and aging.
Aroma
Fruity, nutty, complex
History & Origins
Cooperative production dates to 13th century in Jura mountains. Villagers pooled milk to make large wheels.
Cultural Significance
France's #1 PDO cheese by volume. Symbol of Jura mountains and cooperative tradition.
PDO — What the Designation Requires
EU PDO/French AOC since 1958. Made in Jura mountains from Montbéliarde or Simmental cow milk. Minimum aging: 4 months (many aged 12-24+ months). Cooperative production in fruitières.
Pairing & Serving
What to Pair It With
Pairs beautifully with walnuts, dried fruit, honey, crusty bread, cornichons.
How to Serve It
Serve at room temperature with cornichons and crusty bread. Excellent in fondue.
Nutrition (per 100g)
| Calories | kcal |
| Protein | g |
| Total Fat | g |
| Saturated Fat | g |
| Sodium | mg |
| Calcium | mg |
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