Emmental is one of the largest cheeses in physical size in the world. More than 264 gallons of milk is required for one cheese. During the whole of the ripening process the cheeses have to be turned regularly. In the past this had to be done by hand and the strong muscles of the cheese makers were much feared in the wrestling ring. It has a characteristic smooth pale yellow rind. The flexible paste is a lovely deep yellow color with holes the size of cherries, walnuts, or even golf balls.
Commonly known quite simply as "Swiss" cheese, the gourmet cheese Emmental has many imitators. The original gourmet cheese came from the soft meadows of the Emme river valley near Bern. The farmers here have been making the cheese since 1293. At that time cheese was made on the Alps where the cattle spent the summer but today it is also made in the neighboring lowlands.
A really good gourmet Emmental has a wonderfully complex aroma of meadows and flowers with raisins and wood fires. The flavor, too, is strong and fruity with a mature woody finish. Often overlooked in cheese tastings and on cheese boards, the gourmet quality cheese Emmental deserves your attention as more than just a cheese on a sandwich. High quality gourmet cheese Emmental will tickle your epicurean fancy and redefine how you think of “Swiss Cheese”. Order some today and be surprised.