Flavour: this is the taste of our Maracaibo chocolate
This fresh grand cru chocolate is prepared using the traditional skills of the master chocolatier. With masterful skill and passion, rare and fine Criollo cacao beans from Maracaibo in Venezuela are turned into exclusive chocolate indulgence characterised by a subtle bitterness, perfect melting properties and an elegant, balanced flavour laced with mild coffee notes and a hint of orange blossom and plum.
World-class origin: Criollo cacao from Venezuela
Venezuela lies on the Caribbean coast of South America. The region of Sur del Lago in the lowlands of Maracaibo is renowned for its long history of cacao farming; nowadays, it is considered to be the original home of the cacao tree. The cacao grown here is among the best in the world. The cacao trees benefit from nutrient-rich soils and excellent climatic conditions, with high rainfall and humidity.
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Our Grand Cru Maracaibo delicacies
Grand Cru Maracaibo Chocolate
Cacao 65 %
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49% cacao
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From cacao to chocolate
The cacao farmers in Venezuela rely on tried-and-tested traditional methods to harvest, ferment and dry the beans. For these processes, they use special crates made from Melina wood. The farmers attach great importance to careful pruning of the trees during the entire process.