Morbier

semi-hard · cow milk · France · $$

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

Cheese	Why it works
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