semi-hard · cow milk · France · $$

Morbier

Melts beautifully, with a smooth texture.

Attribute scores

meltability 7/10

sharpness 4/10

creaminess 6/10

firmness 4/10

pungency 4/10

Best cheese wine pairing

Pair Morbier with a medium-bodied red like Merlot, or an unoaked Chardonnay — a milder semi-hard cheese (sharpness 4) is best met halfway, not overpowered.

Substitutes for Morbier

Esrom similar overall, but more pungency Tilsit cheese similar overall, but more sharpness Port Salut similar overall, but less sharpness Herrgårdsost similar overall, but less pungency Tomme de Savoie similar overall, but less meltability Bel Paese similar overall, but less sharpness