Le Gruyère AOP is a traditional Swiss cheese with a history dating back to 1115. Produced in the region surrounding the town of Gruyères in the Canton of Fribourg, as well as parts of Vaud, Neuchâtel, Jura, and select municipalities in Bern, this hard cheese is renowned for its fine aroma and sophisticated taste. Crafted from unpasteurized cow's milk sourced from cows fed on natural forage—fresh grass in summer and hay in winter—Le Gruyère AOP is made without additives or ensilage. The cheese is matured for varying periods, with Le Gruyère AOP Réserve aged for at least 10 months to develop a full-bodied flavor. The Protected Designation of Origin (AOP) status ensures that the cheese is produced according to strict traditional methods, preserving its authenticity and quality. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}