Description
Organic Comté AOP is one of the world’s finest mountain cheeses and an icon of French gastronomy. Produced exclusively in the Jura Mountains of eastern France, it is crafted from certified organic raw cow’s milk according to strict AOP (Appellation d’Origine Protégée) regulations that preserve centuries of traditional cheesemaking expertise.
The history of Comté stretches back more than 800 years, making it one of France’s oldest protected cheeses. Produced by village fruitières (traditional cooperative dairies), every wheel reflects the unique terroir of the Jura Mountains, where cows graze on diverse Alpine meadows rich in wild flowers and herbs. This exceptional biodiversity gives Comté its remarkable aromatic complexity and unmistakable regional identity.
After production, each wheel is matured under carefully controlled cellar conditions, allowing its flavour to develop gradually over many months. During maturation, the cheese becomes firm yet supple while revealing an extraordinary range of aromas, including fresh butter, roasted hazelnuts, caramel, dried fruit, sweet cream, and delicate floral notes. No two wheels are identical, making every Comté a genuine expression of its terroir.
Unlike many hard cheeses, Comté offers exceptional versatility. It can be enjoyed on premium cheese boards, paired with artisan breads, charcuterie, nuts, and seasonal fruit, while also performing beautifully in gourmet cooking. It is widely used in gratins, soufflés, quiches, fondue, pasta dishes, sandwiches, and refined French cuisine, where its excellent melting qualities and complex flavour enhance every recipe.
The 1/12 wheel format (approximately 3.3kg) offers an ideal solution for professional buyers. It provides the visual appeal and authenticity of traditional wheel-cut Comté while offering convenient handling for cheese shops, gourmet supermarkets, delicatessens, luxury hotels, restaurants, and premium foodservice operations.
Certified Organic, produced from raw cow’s milk, and protected by AOP designation, Organic Comté represents the highest standards of French mountain cheesemaking. These internationally recognised certifications guarantee authentic origin, traditional production methods, and exceptional quality, making Comté one of the most sought-after premium cheeses in international markets.
As part of Biodéal’s carefully selected organic dairy portfolio, Organic Comté AOP combines Alpine tradition, artisanal craftsmanship, and internationally recognised quality in one of France’s most prestigious cheeses.
BeeBridge supplies Organic Comté AOP as part of its curated portfolio of premium European mountain cheeses for importers, wholesalers, retailers, and foodservice professionals throughout Japan, Taiwan, and South Korea.
Product Fact Sheet
- Product Name: Organic Comté AOP Raw Cow’s Milk Cheese 1/12 Wheel 3.3kg
- French Commercial Name: Comté AOP BIO
- Supplier: Biodéal
- Brand: Accord & Fromages
- Origin: Jura Mountains, France
- Milk: Organic raw cow’s milk
- Milk Treatment: Unpasteurised (Raw Milk)
- Cheese Type: Pressed cooked hard cheese
- Organic Certification: Certified Organic
- Protected Status: AOP (Appellation d’Origine Protégée)
- Certification: Organic; Raw Milk; Protected-Origin Cheese (AOP)
- Pack Size: 2 × 3.3kg (1/12 wheel portions)
- Packaging: 1/12 wheel
- Storage: Refrigerated
- Minimum Shelf Life: 30 days
- Product Category: Pressed Cow’s Milk Cheese
- BeeBridge MOQ: 100kg mixed products unless otherwise agreed.
- Supplier Activation Package: Available. First shipment can establish the import pathway, documentation, and future wholesale ordering.
- Trade Finance: Up to 90-day HSBC trade finance available for qualified buyers.
