Born in Tradition, Perfected Over 180 Years

Wisconsin produces the tastiest, most award-winning cheese in the world

5,552 Awards and Counting...

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600+ Varieties of Cheese

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Half of the Nation’s Specialty Cheese

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Award-Winning Cheese

Wisconsin cheeses have won over 6,000 awards, more than any other state in the nation or country in the world.

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Where Tradition Meets Taste

We’re the only state to require a license to make cheese, and the only place (other than Switzerland) that has a Master Cheesemaker program.

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Over a Century of Cheesemaking

Our cheesemaking traditions go way back. In Wisconsin, we’ve been making cheese for over 180 years - even before we were a state!

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8 Can’t-Miss Wisconsin Cheese Experiences

Celebrate our proud cheesemaking heritage and discover these delicious doings for cheese lovers.

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When Heat Meets Sweet

Savor spicy pepper-spiked cheeses balanced with summer’s best ingredients in grilled dishes.

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An Inside Look Into Award-Winning Cheeses

Get an insider’s look into three renowned cheese competitions, learn about a day in the life of a cheese judge, and discover four championship cheeses.

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Grand Cru® Surchoix: A World Champion

Named after French wine terms that mean ‘the best of the best,’ Roth Grand Cru® Surchoix, inspired by traditional Swiss gruyère, lives up to its moniker.

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There's Magic in the Melt

Any way you melt it, raclette should be on every foodie's wish list. This alpine-style cheese is a luxurious treat to savor and a fun culinary experience that begs to be shared

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How To Host a Winning Thanksgiving Feast

Loved ones? They’re gathered around the table. Turkey? It’s juicy, deep golden brown and beautiful. Standout 2022 World Championship cheeses? Bring on their award-winning flavors in stunning side dishes that’ll ensure a remarkable Thanksgiving feast.

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The Art of Cheese Festival

Cheese Crawl to Cheese Ball, Art of Cheese Festival has it all.

Coming September 2025! The Art of Cheese Festival is an exclusive, artisan cheese experience created for the world's largest cheese lovers with events in and around Madison, Wisconsin.

Exclusive excursions | Tantalizing tastings | Engaging interactions | Enormous events
 

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