Combine figs and Port in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Lower heat, cover and simmer until figs are tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and cool, uncovered.

Remove figs from wine with a slotted spoon and save wine for another use (try it over vanilla ice cream). Trim off and discard the stem ends and slice each fig in half. Cut each slice of bread into four pieces. Arrange figs, bread, Le Gruyère and pears on a cutting board or cheese plate and serve.