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Flavour Analysis

Beneath gruyère’s familiar roasted nut aroma lies a more intricate layering of toast, almond and oleic acid. A kombu dashi note contributes savoury richness, while a caramel note adds warm sweetness, and walnut and chestnut notes give the profile further complexity.

Dominant Flavour Families

Maillard
Earthy
Carnal / Animalic
Herbal / Herbaceous
Sharp

Flavour profile of gruyère

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Gruyère

HazelWoody

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Rich, sweet, roasted nut aroma distinctive of hazelnuts. Strong in gruyère.

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