Vermont’s Finest: A Selection

Six of Vermont’s top cheeses, including Comté, Cheddar and more

Hannah Sessions herds goats at her family's Blue Ledge Farm in Vermont, USA.
Hannah Sessions and husband Greg Bernhardt make chèvre from their herd of about 130 mostly Alpine goats at Blue Ledge Farm. (Brent Seabrook)

The Green Mountain State is blessed with both climate and culture, representing great potential for producing world-class cheeses. With conditions similar to the Jura in east-central France—home to the likes of Comté and gruyère—it’s no surprise that Vermont’s top cheese producers have succeeded admirably with Alpine types. Based on a recent tasting of nearly 50 cheeses from 19 producers, this selection reflects the depth and breadth of Vermont’s fine-cheese spectrum.

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