La Maison du Comte hosts a tasting workshop pairing Comte cheese with Jura wines. The session includes a self-guided museum visit before the workshop, with online booking required.
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Jura Wine Tastings in Arc-et-Senans
The rich flavors of Jura wines at the Dégustations de Vins du Jura in Arc-et-Senans, hosted by Valérie at the Fruitière d’Arbois. This intimate tasting features 5 to 6 selected wines, including the vin jaune and macvin, suited to both wine enthusiasts and newcomers. Each tasting is accompanied by a sampling of Comté cheese, presenting the region’s culinary heritage. The programme aims to foster a local setting, allowing guests to learn about intricate winemaking processes while savoring local delicacies. Visitors will also have the option to purchase wines and cheeses after the tasting. Enhance a visit to the Saline Royale while supporting local producers
Comté Cheese Tour in Pierrefontaine-les-Varans
The ‘Visite d’une fruitière à comté’ introduces visitors to the production of Comté cheese, a well-known product of the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region. Guided by an expert, this informative tour uncovers the traditional methods used in cheese production. You’ll gain knowledge about the entire process, from the cheese dairies to the storage cellars where the cheese matures for weeks. The concludes with a local tasting session, presenting the rich flavors of freshly made Comté. Suited to cheese enthusiasts and culinary fans, the programme highlights the craftsmanship that elevates Comté. Due to limited slots, advance booking is a must.
Comté Cheese Tour in Laviron
The tour examines the production of Comté cheese during a guided tour at the Fruitière de Laviron. This tour offers visitors an informative look at the cheese-making process, highlighting the traditional craftsmanship from initial production to the storage cellars where cheese is aged. The culminates in a local tasting of this iconic cheese. Booking in advance is essential for this cultural programme.
Comté Cheese Experience in Amancey: Guided Tours
The Fruitière du Pays de Courbet welcomes guests for guided tours of the Comté cheese-making process. Reservations are necessary 48 hours in advance. Visitors have the option to observe artisans in action, presenting their dedication and skill. The tour details the milk’s transition from delivery to cheese, finishing with a visit to the Fort des Rousses maturation cellars. To cap off the programme, attend a tasting of three Comté varieties, ranging from mild to aged, ensuring a conclusion.
Milk Festival in Blois-sur-Seille: Cheese Delights
The Milk Festival in Blois-sur-Seille is a gourmet farmers’ market featuring traditional Comté cheese-making demonstrations along with activities for children. Visitors can experiences such as milk cable car demonstrations and guided tours throughout the programme. As night approaches, visitors are invited to attend a Comtoise fondue meal, which requires advance booking and payment through the JurAbsolu Office in Voiteur. The festival presents an energetic setting with musical entertainment adding to the celebration. The programme is a format for locals and visitors alike to sample regional delicacies and connect with the community spirit of Burgundy-Franche-Comté.