Sélection Beeler Toggenburger

Description

High altitude raw milk cheese, selected by Rolf Beeler

This 8-month matured raw milk cheese, sourced from the breathtaking Toggenburg region, is reminiscent of the more commonly recognized Appenzeller yet offers a uniquely distinct floral aroma that sets it apart. The Toggenburg, celebrated for its picturesque rolling hills dotted with lush apple and pear trees, boasts rich alpine pastures that contribute to the exceptional quality of the milk used in this cheese. As the cows graze on this verdant landscape, they consume a variety of wild herbs and grasses, infusing the cheese with complex flavours.

The cheese presents exquisite floral notes complemented by sophisticated undertones of fennel and star anise, creating a delightful sensory experience. Its creamy palate is enriched by a subtle yet persistent line of saltiness that enhances the overall profile. The careful maturation process not only develops the cheese’s flavour but also ensures a texture that is both supple and decadent, making it an ideal choice for a refined cheese board or as a standout ingredient in culinary creations. Each bite of this artisanal cheese transports you to the pristine, vibrant landscapes of the Toggenburg, offering a taste experience deeply rooted in its alpine heritage.

It’s another example of Rolf Beeler’s talent − finding the best cheese and maturing it to perfection.

To find out more about the production of this outstanding cheese, why not watch our video featuring the producer of the Toggenburger, Stephan Bühler and his team from the Käserei Eggsteig in Toggenburg:

How we wrap your cheese

Freshness of your cheese is important to us. That’s why – unless noted differently in the description – we package all of our cheese in vacuum bags to help minimize travel impacts. However, we understand that some of you prefer cheese being wrapped in cheese wrap. This option is available to you for a small fee (it takes more time to package the cheese this way, that’s why we charge you a little bit more). Unless specifically noted in the description, all cheese will generally have a best before date of at least 14 days, vacuum packed cheese generally about 2 months. Please note that with cheese this is often only a guidance date and does not necessarily mean the cheese will be of lesser quality beyond that date. In fact many soft(er) cheeses are best kept close to or until after that date for maximum ripeness.

How the cheese gets to you

All Alpine Express cheese are shipped in environmentally friendlier, insulated cardboard boxes. The cheese is bolstered with recycled packing paper & kept cold with food grade ice gel pack(s). It is shipped the fastest possible service, usually Australia Post Express. See Australia Post’s Express Delivery Estimator (origin is ‘Brisbane Metro’). From time to time we may choose a different shipping provider depending on speed of service, costs and other factors.

Unless noted otherwise, all cheese boxes are sent on Mondays with an order cut-off time at 8pm (Sydney time) that day before. You will receive a tracking number to follow your parcel’s progress.

Do you have any other questions? Check our FAQs for additional information or write to us via our contact form.