Greek Cheese·Hard & Semi-Hard
Graviera
Semi-hard, nutty. Greece's Gruyère. A Greek cheese produced under EU dairy hygiene rules and shipped in temperature-logged reefers, with maturation age stated on the specification for every production lot.
- Origin
- Greek dairies working with local sheep, goat and cow milk pools.
- Formats
- Vacuum blocks 200 g to 1 kg, PET tubs in brine, 3.5 to 4 kg tins, catering wheels and wedges.
- Storage
- 0 to 4°C throughout. Typically 6 to 12 months depending on format and pack integrity.
About Graviera
A Greek cheese produced under EU dairy hygiene rules and shipped in temperature-logged reefers, with maturation age stated on the specification for every production lot.
Flavour and character. Nutty and sweet with a dense, elastic body. Fresh milk collection, controlled curd work and maturation to the agreed minimum age.
Who it suits. Chilled importers, dairy distributors and foodservice wholesalers. Chilled export to the EU and UK, reefer sea freight to the GCC, North America and Asia.
| Origin | Greek dairies working with local sheep, goat and cow milk pools. |
|---|---|
| Variety and composition | Hard sheep's-milk cheese matured a minimum of three months, typically five to twelve. |
| Flavour profile | Nutty and sweet with a dense, elastic body. |
| Production method | Fresh milk collection, controlled curd work and maturation to the agreed minimum age. |
| Packaging | Vacuum blocks 200 g to 1 kg, PET tubs in brine, 3.5 to 4 kg tins, catering wheels and wedges. |
| Certifications and documents | EU dairy approval number, IFS or BRCGS, PDO documentation where the cheese qualifies. |
| Storage and shelf life | 0 to 4°C throughout. Typically 6 to 12 months depending on format and pack integrity. |
| Export markets | Chilled export to the EU and UK, reefer sea freight to the GCC, North America and Asia. |
| Private label | Private label on vacuum and tub formats, including label compliance and weight ranges by market. |
Recommended uses for Graviera
Cheese boards and retail wedges
Melting and gratin applications
Foodservice sandwich and salad builds
Why buyers choose it. Cold-chain discipline and dairy-plant audits are handled by our team, not delegated to the buyer. Private label on vacuum and tub formats, including label compliance and weight ranges by market.
Export capabilities
- Direct sourcing from Greek producers, no unnecessary intermediaries
- Groupage: multiple producers consolidated into one shipment and one invoice
- Full documentation: CoA, allergen, PDO/PGI, organic, health and origin certificates
- Incoterms flexibility: EXW, FCA, FOB or CIF at your preference
- Cold-chain and ambient logistics coordinated with vetted freight partners
- Active supply into the EU, UK, GCC, Japan and North America
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