{"product_id":"tete-de-moine-aop-classic-swiss-cheese","title":"Tête de Moine AOP Classic Swiss Cheese","description":"\u003csection class=\"bb-product-detail\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__eyebrow\"\u003e\nBarrels \u0026amp; Beyond PH · Premium Artisan Cheese Collection\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch1 class=\"bb-product-detail__title\"\u003e\nTête de Moine AOP Classic\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"bb-product-detail__subtitle\"\u003e\nTraditional Swiss AOP Semi-Hard Cheese\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__meta\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eJura, Switzerland\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAOP Swiss Cheese\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRaw Cow's Milk\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSemi-Hard Cheese\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTête de Moine AOP Classic is one of Switzerland's most iconic artisan cheeses, handcrafted in the Jura region according to centuries-old traditions. Its name, meaning \"Monk's Head,\" pays homage to the monks of Bellelay Abbey, who began producing this remarkable cheese more than 800 years ago. Protected by the Appellation d'Origine Protégée (AOP), every wheel is made exclusively within its designated region using fresh raw cow's milk and traditional craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike most cheeses, Tête de Moine is traditionally not sliced. Instead, it is gently shaved into delicate rosettes using a \u003cstrong\u003eGirolle®\u003c\/strong\u003e. This unique serving method increases the cheese's surface area, allowing its complex aromas and creamy texture to fully develop while creating an elegant presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRich, aromatic, and beautifully balanced, Tête de Moine AOP Classic delivers a refined tasting experience that is equally suited to sophisticated cheese boards, wine pairings, and gourmet entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOfficial Product Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Swiss cheese protected by Appellation d'Origine Protégée (AOP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eProduced exclusively in the Jura region of Switzerland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMade from fresh raw cow's milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCrafted according to centuries-old traditional methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAged to develop its characteristic aromatic profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTraditionally served by shaving into delicate rosettes using a Girolle®\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe rosette presentation enhances aroma and flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for cheese platters, aperitifs, and gourmet entertaining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOfficial Tasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale ivory interior with a natural rind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, aromatic, fresh and inviting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy, smooth and delicately spicy with balanced dairy richness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-hard yet supple, becoming light and airy when shaved into rosettes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant, lingering and pleasantly aromatic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTraditionally served as delicate rosettes using a Girolle® cheese curler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eServe at room temperature for optimal aroma and flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal as part of an aperitif or premium cheese board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePairs beautifully with crusty artisan bread and fresh fruits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent alongside nuts and dried fruits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBBPH Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eChampagne and traditional method sparkling wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDry Riesling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSavagnin (Vin Jaune)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eChasselas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eProsciutto di Parma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFresh figs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWalnuts and toasted hazelnuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHoneycomb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eArtisan sourdough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tête de Moine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tête de Moine AOP Classic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Hard Swiss Cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jura Region, Switzerland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtected Designation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Appellation d'Origine Protégée (AOP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw Cow's Milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilk Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unpasteurized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Serving Tool:\u003c\/strong\u003e Girolle® Cheese Curler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTête de Moine AOP has been produced for more than eight centuries in the Jura mountains of Switzerland. Every wheel is made exclusively within the protected AOP production area using fresh raw cow's milk collected from local dairies. Traditional cheesemaking methods and careful maturation preserve the cheese's unique aromatic profile and exceptional quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive ritual of shaving the cheese into delicate rosettes using a Girolle® is central to the Tête de Moine experience. Rather than cutting slices, the cheese is gently scraped into thin curls that expose more surface area, intensifying both aroma and flavor while creating its signature floral presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-detail__section\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Tête de Moine AOP\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTête de Moine, meaning \"Monk's Head,\" traces its origins to the monks of Bellelay Abbey in the Swiss Jura, who began crafting this exceptional cheese over 800 years ago. Today, the cheese remains protected under the Appellation d'Origine Protégée (AOP), ensuring that every wheel is produced according to strict regional and traditional standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrated for its unique serving ritual, rich heritage, and refined flavor, Tête de Moine AOP has become one of Switzerland's most recognizable artisan cheeses, enjoyed by cheese lovers and gourmet professionals around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Maison de la Tête de Moine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40413131145268,"sku":null,"price":8400.0,"currency_code":"PHP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/1883\/0132\/files\/T_te_de_Moine_AOP_Classic_Swiss_Cheese_with_Girolle.png?v=1785489136","url":"https:\/\/barrelsandbeyondph.com\/products\/tete-de-moine-aop-classic-swiss-cheese","provider":"Barrels and Beyond PH","version":"1.0","type":"link"}