Hornbacher - 12 Months

A standout cheese, Hornbacher offers a rich combination of flavors and expert craftsmanship. Quickly becoming as iconic as Gruyere or Raclette, its taste is both rich and inviting. You’ll detect notes of roasted hazelnuts, brown butter, and sweet, caramelized onions. Its texture is sliceable yet creamy, punctuated by crunchy lactic crystals that bring a delicious textural contrast to every bite.

Crafted by Michael Spycher, an award-winning cheesemaker at Kaserei Fritzenhaus in the scenic region of Sumiswald, Switzerland. Each wheel of Hornbacher begins with raw milk sourced from local dairies. Raised on the lush flora of the Swiss countryside, the cheeses produced at Fritzenhaus are bursting with the terroir of the region.

Each wheel of Hornbacher is aged for 12 months in a specially built cellar, where it develops its unique texture and taste. The care and attention given to the cheese during this time are evident in its rich, complex flavors.

Hornbacher’s origins are rooted in a deep respect for tradition. Named after a nearby river, this cheese was initially sold exclusively in Michu and Monika’s local cheese shop. However, as word of its exceptional quality spread, so did the demand, and now you too can start enjoying the exceptional taste of this artisanal cheese when you order from Gourmet Food Store!