semi-hard · cow milk · Denmark · $$

Havarti

Melts beautifully, with a rich, creamy texture.

Attribute scores

meltability 8/10

sharpness 3/10

creaminess 7/10

firmness 4/10

pungency 2/10

Best cheese wine pairing

Pair Havarti with a medium-bodied red like Merlot, or an unoaked Chardonnay — a milder semi-hard cheese (sharpness 3) is best met halfway, not overpowered.

Substitutes for Havarti

Bel Paese similar overall, but more pungency Muenster similar overall, but less creaminess Port Salut similar overall, but less meltability Leerdammer similar overall, but more sharpness Colby similar overall, but less creaminess Monterey Jack similar overall, but more meltability