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Tête de Moine Cheese
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About Tête de Moine Cheese
Tête de Moine, meaning "monk’s head," is a Swiss cheese made from cow's milk. It is traditionally shaved into rosette-shaped slices using a girolle. The cheese has a firm texture and a rich, creamy flavor with a slightly tangy and nutty undertone, ideal for elegant cheese platters.
Key Facts
| Country of Origin | Switzerland |
| Protection | GI (2011) |
| Milk Type | Cow's milk |
| Milk Treatment | Unpasteurized |
| Texture | Semi-hard |
| Flavor | Nutty |
| Aroma | Rich |
Alternative Spellings of Tête de Moine
Tete de Moine
Alternative Names for Tête de Moine
Fromage de Bellelay
