Fall Cheese Selection: 23 Must-Try Autumn Cheeses
Fall Cheese Selection: 23 Must-Try Autumn Cheeses
Autumn is the most exciting season for cheese lovers. The air turns crisp, the harvest table fills with figs, apples, walnuts, and honey, and the cheese world delivers some of its most spectacular seasonal flavors. From pumpkin spice Goudas to cinnamon apple cheddars, cumin-studded wheels, and fig-laced goat cheeses, fall is when the cheeseboard truly comes into its own.
We've rounded up 23 of our favorite fall cheeses — all available right here at The Table Gourmet — organized by flavor profile so you can build the ultimate autumn board or find the perfect seasonal gift.
🎃 Pumpkin Spice Cheeses
Yes, pumpkin spice belongs on a cheeseboard. These seasonal specialties are crafted by top artisan producers and are only available for a limited time each fall — don't sleep on them.
1. Sartori BellaVitano Pumpkin Spice Cheese
One of the most celebrated fall cheese releases each year, Sartori's BellaVitano Pumpkin Spice is soaked in seasonal spices and rubbed into the rind of their signature BellaVitano — a rich, fruity, Parmesan-meets-cheddar hybrid. Creamy, complex, and unmistakably autumnal. Pair with dried cranberries and a sparkling cider.
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2. Beemster Pumpkin Spice Cheese — 1 lb
Dutch Gouda master Beemster brings their signature smooth, buttery base to a pumpkin spice edition that's perfectly balanced — warm spice without sweetness overload. Slices beautifully for a board and melts wonderfully into autumn grilled cheese.
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3. Beemster Pumpkin Spice Cheese — 7.5 oz
The same beloved Beemster Pumpkin Spice in a smaller format — ideal for gifting, snacking, or adding to a mixed fall cheese flight without committing to a full pound.
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4. Pumpkin Spice Gouda Cheese — 8 oz
A rich, semi-firm Gouda infused with real pumpkin spice flavor — warm, subtly sweet, and deeply satisfying. Serve on a board alongside candied pecans and sliced pears for a showstopping autumn presentation.
5. Henning's Pumpkin Spice Cheddar — 8 oz
Wisconsin's Henning's Cheese is legendary for flavored cheddars, and their Pumpkin Spice Cheddar is a fall standout. Sharp cheddar tang meets seasonal spice in a firm, snackable wedge that pairs brilliantly with apple butter and crackers.
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6. Somerdale Wensleydale Creamy Pumpkin Spice — 5.3 oz
England's crumbly, moist Wensleydale gets a seasonal makeover with warm pumpkin spice notes woven through its signature mild, honeyed flavor. This is a unique and conversation-starting addition to any autumn board — delightful with a drizzle of honey and a glass of late harvest Riesling.
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🍎 Apple & Cinnamon Cheeses
Apple and cinnamon are the defining flavors of fall — and these cheeses celebrate both with artisan craftsmanship.
7. Cinnamon Apple Cheddar by Keystone Cheese
A brilliant marriage of sharp cheddar with sweet cinnamon apple flavor, Keystone's seasonal creation is one of the most crowd-pleasing fall cheeses we carry. Serve with walnut bread, apple slices, and a smear of fig jam for a board that tastes like autumn itself.
8. Yancey's Fancy Apple Pie Cheddar — 7.6 oz
Yancey's Fancy has perfected the flavored cheddar art form, and their Apple Pie Cheddar is a fall essential. Real apple and warm spice baked into a firm New York cheddar — it genuinely tastes like dessert and cheese had a perfect autumn baby. Exceptional with a sharp aged chutney or maple mustard.
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9. La Bonne Vie Pumpkin Goat Cheese — 4 oz
La Bonne Vie's fresh chèvre logs are a specialty staple, and the Pumpkin Goat Cheese edition is a fall hero. Silky, tangy fresh goat cheese with a pumpkin-spiced exterior — elegant on a board, beautiful crumbled over roasted butternut squash salad, and stunning on a crostini with honey.
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10. Cranberry Cinnamon Goat Cheese — La Bonne Vie, 4 oz (Pack of 4)
Another La Bonne Vie masterpiece: fresh goat cheese rolled in cranberry and cinnamon — tart, warm, and utterly seasonal. The deep red coating is visually stunning on a fall board, and the flavor combination is one of the most harmonious pairings in the autumn cheese world. Serve with honeycomb and toasted baguette.
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11. Celebrity Blueberry Cinnamon Chèvre Goat Cheese Log — 12/Case
Bold blueberry meets warm cinnamon in this striking goat cheese log from Celebrity. The purple-hued exterior gives way to creamy, tangy chèvre with fruity-spiced notes throughout. A conversation piece on any board and a reliable crowd-pleaser at fall gatherings.
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🧀 Cumin Gouda — The Spiced Wheel of Autumn
Cumin Gouda is one of the great unsung heroes of the fall cheeseboard. The earthy, aromatic warmth of cumin seeds embedded in aged Gouda is perfectly tuned to autumn flavors — pair with rye bread, pickles, and smoked meats.
12. Beemster Cumin Gouda — 1 lb
Beemster's cumin Gouda is the gold standard: rich, buttery Dutch Gouda studded with whole cumin seeds that deliver a warm, savory punch in every slice. One of the most distinctive and satisfying cheeses on any fall board.
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13. Matured Cumin Gouda — 1 lb
A step up in age and intensity, this Matured Cumin Gouda develops deeper caramel notes alongside its aromatic cumin character. Firmer in texture with small crystalline pockets — a sophisticated choice for the serious cheese lover on your fall board.
14. Old Cumin Gouda — 1 lb
Aged even further, Old Cumin Gouda is intensely flavored, crunchy with tyrosine crystals, and deeply savory. The cumin notes mellow into the aged paste for a complex, long-finish cheese that pairs beautifully with dark beer or aged red wine.
15. Henri Willig Gouda Cheese Cumin Wheel
Henri Willig is one of Holland's most respected Gouda producers, and their Cumin Wheel is a showstopper — both visually and in flavor. Serve it whole as the centerpiece of your harvest table or slice generously for a crowd. A true autumn statement cheese.
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🍇 Fig, Honey & Harvest Cheeses
Fig and honey are the definitive autumnal cheese companions — and these varieties incorporate those harvest flavors directly into the cheese itself.
16. LaClare Fig & Honey Goat Cheese
LaClare Farm produces some of America's finest artisan goat cheeses, and their Fig & Honey variety is a fall must-have. Sweet, fragrant fig with floral honey woven through creamy chèvre — serve on a board with walnut crackers and a glass of Sauternes for a transcendent autumn pairing.
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17. Hot Honey Gouda — 1 lb
Sweet heat meets creamy Gouda in this bold, exciting autumn cheese. The Hot Honey Gouda starts sweet and finishes with a warm, lingering chili heat — exceptional with charcuterie, on a cheeseburger, or melted over roasted root vegetables. Fall entertaining's secret weapon.
18. Cranberry Walnut Cheese Spread
Rich, spreadable cheese loaded with tart cranberries and toasted walnuts — this is the quintessential fall party cheese. Serve straight from the container with a butter knife, crusty crostini, and apple slices. Disappears fast at every autumn gathering.
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19. Cranberry Gouda Cheese Spread — 8 oz
Creamy Gouda meets sweet-tart cranberry in this smooth, scoopable spread. The balance of fruity and savory makes it endlessly versatile — equally at home on a holiday appetizer tray or a cozy weeknight cheese board with wine.
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🍁 Maple & Aged Fall Classics
These are the anchors of the autumn cheeseboard — classic, deeply satisfying cheeses elevated with maple or simply perfect for the season by virtue of their rich, complex age.
20. The Maple Leaf — Cabot Cheese & Maple Syrup
Vermont's Cabot Creamery paired with pure maple syrup is as New England autumn as it gets. The Maple Leaf gift set brings together Cabot's legendary cheddar and real Vermont maple syrup for a pairing that needs nothing else — just two great things from the same beautiful region.
21. Cabot Classic Sharp Cheddar with Vermont Maple Syrup
Cabot's Classic Sharp Cheddar paired with genuine Vermont maple syrup is a fall flavor revelation. The sharp, tangy cheddar and the sweet, earthy maple create a balance that's deeply satisfying — drizzle the syrup directly over the cheese on the board and watch it disappear.
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22. Beemster Classic 18-Month Aged Gouda — 1 lb
Aged 18 months to develop deep caramel, butterscotch, and nutty notes, Beemster Classic is the backbone of any serious fall cheeseboard. Its firm, slightly crystalline texture and complex flavor profile pair with everything from aged red wine to craft cider to dark chocolate. A non-negotiable autumn staple.
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23. Brie de Meaux AOC — The King of Cheeses
No fall cheese guide is complete without Brie de Meaux, the original and most revered Brie from the Seine-et-Marne region of France. Earthy, mushroomy, and impossibly creamy, it reaches peak expression in cool weather. Serve at room temperature alongside sliced pears, candied walnuts, and a drizzle of raw honey for an autumn board centerpiece that never fails.
How to Build the Ultimate Fall Cheeseboard
With 23 choices, here's how to select and compose your autumn board:
- Anchor with 1–2 aged cheeses (Beemster 18-Month, Old Cumin Gouda, Brie de Meaux) for depth and complexity.
- Add 2–3 seasonal flavored cheeses (BellaVitano Pumpkin Spice, Keystone Cinnamon Apple Cheddar, LaClare Fig & Honey) for festive color and conversation.
- Include a fresh or spreadable cheese (Cranberry Walnut Spread, La Bonne Vie Pumpkin Goat Cheese) for textural contrast.
- Pair with seasonal accoutrements: honeycomb, dried cranberries, candied walnuts, sliced apples and pears, fig jam, rosemary crackers, and toasted baguette.
- Pour accordingly: Pinot Noir and aged Burgundy for the rich wheels; dry Riesling or sparkling cider for the fruited goat cheeses; amber ale or craft stout alongside the cumin Goudas.
Shop the Full Fall Cheese Collection
Ready to build your autumn table? Browse our complete Cheese Collection for everything in season — from individual wedges and logs to curated gift sets and full wheels. Fall flavors sell out fast, so stock up early.
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