Why Comté Belongs on Your Cheese Board

Tasting notes and serving tips for Comté cheese—a French classic that’s buttery, creamy, and nutty, with a complex flavor that evolves as it ages.

history of the cheese

Comté is a Gruyére-style cheese made in the mountainous Franche Comté region near the French-Swiss border. Farmers have been crafting this alpine-style cheese as far back as the 13th century as a way to store milk in the winters. Since farmers had small herds and each wheel requires about 400-450 liters of milk (or about 20 cows) th…