Bear Hill

Our Cheeses

The Grafton Village line includes distinctive cheddar cheeses that have been aged for up to three years, plus a selection of flavored cheddars. Our Cave Aged line is made of unpasteurized/raw cow, sheep and mixed milk original cheeses that are cave-aged at our Grafton facility and vary with each season.

All of our cheeses are free of artificial hormones and antibiotics. The rennet used is microbial, making our cheeses vegetarian approved.

Grafton Aged Cheddar

Our Grafton Village line of aged cheddar is handcrafted using traditional methods, using primarily Jersey cow’s milk, known for its high protein and butterfat content. Our flavored cheddars are done so with natural ingredients. Our traditional cheddars are aged from one to three years, sometimes longer. The more the cheese ages, a stronger “bite” is developed.

Cave Aged Cheddar

Vermont cheddar cheese is where Grafton started. Taking us beyond our roots in cheddar, these small batch cheeses are carefully matured in our aging caves in Grafton. Our Cave Aged line includes unpasteurized/raw cow’s milk, sheep’s milk and mixed milk cheeses that evolve with the seasons.

Grafton Village Cheese is SQF-certified and committed to food safety.

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This alpine-style cheese is named for the scenic bluff overlooking the village of Grafton, Bear Hill. It is washed-rind, made with raw sheep’s milk and cave aged for a minimum of 7 months. This cheese combines the sweet and nutty flavors characteristic of alpine cheeses with a fruity and savory complexity brought on by the sheep’s milk. The rustic rind should range from pale tan to ruddy brown, with aromas of stone and butter.

Bear Hill has a firm yet pliant texture, turning creamy on the tongue. Rich aromas of hazelnut and browned butter give way to a balanced harmony of flavors ranging from toasted nuts to artichokes in butter, with a long, savory finish.

Bear Hill is best served as a table cheese, but is also very meltable. Slice with French-style jambon and butter for a delicious alpine sandwich, or serve with pickled vegetables and a sweet mostarda.