Our story
Since 1957, we have been writing together
the story of Beaufort, an exceptional cheese
born from the solidarity of our producers
in the face of rural exodus
Authentic Beaufort AOP
Certified AOP cheese, made according to regulated specifications
100% artisanal and local
Produced in Beaufort in Savoie, cows of Tarine and Abondance breeds
Support for producers
1 kg purchased = fair pay for our 180 producers
Delivery France and Europe
Fast refrigerated shipping from our aging cellars, guaranteed preservation
A historic model born from solidarity
In 1957, faced with rural exodus, the producers of Beaufortain chose to unite rather than disappear. This solidarity gave birth to our cooperative, a model where fair payment for producers is not an option, but a fundamental value.
Today, almost all milk producers in Beaufortain are united within our cooperative.
Our cooperative model guarantees a controlled short circuit from start to finish: from milk collection to direct sales in our 13 stores, through production and aging in our Beaufort cellars. This organization allows us to ensure absolute traceability, total transparency, and fair recognition of everyone’s work.
Beyond fair payment, we advocate for transmission: that of traditional know-how, of living landscapes maintained by our herds, and of a local economy that sustains our valley.
Choosing our Beaufort means choosing ethical and supportive agriculture, where the economy serves the men and women who work.
Our cooperative in numbers
1st producer of Beaufort
with 1/4 of the national production
1957
year of establishment
13
stores and sales points
AOP
since 1968
More than 32,000
number of wheels produced per year
More than 40 medals
at the Concours Général Agricole
9 excellence awards
of excellence
Behind every wheel, passionate men and women
Since 1957, the Cooperative brings together 180 producers attached to their territory and the quality of their work.
By purchasing our Beaufort AOP, you ensure fair payment to the producers and help sustain the alpine pastures, landscapes, and traditional know-how of Savoie.
Robyn BLANC-GONNET
GAEC de l’Arpire
Robyn lives with his brother and father. Their farm is located in Beaufort and, in the summer, they go up to the alpine pastures at Arpire. They only raise Tarine breed cows.
Pauline LAGIER
GAEC Les Plans de Belleville
Pauline is settled with her partner. Their farm is located in Hauteluce and, in the summer, they go up to the alpine pastures in Les Saisies. They raise Abondance and Tarine breed cows.
Arthur BOCHET
GAEC du Biolley de Roselend
Arthur joined the family farm in 2024. Their farm is located in Beaufort and, in the summer, they go up to the alpine pastures in Roselend. They only raise Tarine breed cows.
Mickaël Blanc-Gonnet
GAEC du Cuvy
Mickaël is settled with his wife. Their farm is located in Arêches and, in the summer, they stay in Arêches at Cuvy. They raise Abondance and Tarine breed cows. Mickaël is also the president of the Beaufortain Meat sector.
Florent PERRIER
GAEC Alpage Les Arolles
President of the Beaufortain Dairy Cooperative, Florent has 27 years of experience as a cheesemaker. He was also the world champion in ski mountaineering in 2008. His farm is located in Arêches.
Sandrine MAILLET CONTOZ
GAEC Bidon d’Lait
Sandrine is settled with her husband. Their farm is located in Hauteluce and, in the summer, they go up to the alpine pastures at Col du Joly. They only raise Abondance breed cows.
What is the difference between Beaufort and Beaufort Summer?
The Beaufort Summer is produced when the cows go up to the alpine pastures from June to October. They feed on a wide variety of mountain herbs and flowers, which gives the cheese richer, floral, and complex aromas.
The Beaufort (also called Beaufort Winter) is made when the cows are in the barn from November to May. Their diet consists mainly of hay harvested during the summer, which gives a cheese with sweeter and more consistent flavors.
1 kg of Beaufort purchased = direct support for the Beaufortain producers
Discover our know-how in video
Beaufort is the result of a collective know-how carried by breeders, cheesemakers, affineurs, and employees of the Cooperative, based on the principle one person = one vote.
Immersive experiences
Discover the secrets of making the famous Beaufort cheese during our guided tour of the aging cellars of the Beaufortain Dairy Cooperative.
Individual & family
Visit of the aging cellars + screening of the film ” Le Beaufort en Héritage “
Reservation required – Tours all year round
Group
Visit of the aging cellars + tasting
From 10 people – Reservation required – Tours all year round
Individual & family
Free and open visit
With 400 m² of exhibition dedicated to Beaufort cheese, this circuit offers a direct view of the production room, for a captivating experience for both children and adults.
Where to buy our Beaufort?
The Cooperative of Beaufortain has 13 stores. Come discover our Beaufort, Savoie cheeses, fine grocery items, charcuterie, Beaufortain meat, and Savoie wines.
Meet our teams and benefit from their advice.