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A 78% dark chocolate bar from the Rio Lima region of São Tomé, crafted by Italian maker Marco Colzani using Amelonado cacao beans.
Where to buy
Buy at Marco ColzaniThe maker's own online shop.
About São Tomé 78%
Produced by the Italian maker Marco Colzani, this 78% dark chocolate bar highlights the unique characteristics of the Amelonado cacao variety. The beans are sourced specifically from the Rio Lima region of São Tomé. This bar represents an artisan approach to production, focusing on the clarity of the primary ingredient through a minimal list of components: cocoa beans and cane sugar.
The flavor profile of this bar features notes of raisin, plum, and wild berries. These attributes are developed through a careful post-harvest protocol, where the cacao is fermented in wooden boxes and dried in the sun. During the manufacturing process, a ball mill is used for refining to achieve the specific texture and consistency expected of this dark chocolate.
The production follows organic standards, as the bar is certified organic. By prioritizing a two-ingredient recipe, the focus remains entirely on the quality of the raw cacao grown in the soil of São Tomé.
- Location: Italy
- Certifications: Organic
- Bean Origin: São Tomé (Rio Lima)
Quick Specs
| Type | Dark |
| Cocoa Content | 78% |
| Origin | Rio Lima, São Tomé and Príncipe |
| Bean Variety | Amelonado |
| Weight | 35g |
| Sweetener | Sugar |
| Maker | Marco Colzani (Italy) |
Certifications
Organic
Tasting Notes
raisinplumwild berries
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What’s inside
cocoa beans, cane sugar
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Common questions about São Tomé 78%
What is the cocoa percentage of São Tomé 78%?
São Tomé 78% contains 78% cocoa (also written 78% cacao), classified as dark chocolate.
Where do the cocoa beans in São Tomé 78% come from?
The cocoa beans in São Tomé 78% are sourced from Rio Lima, São Tomé and Príncipe.
Which cocoa bean variety is used?
São Tomé 78% is made with Amelonado cocoa beans, according to the information published for this bar.
What are the ingredients in São Tomé 78%?
The ingredients listed for São Tomé 78% are: cocoa beans, cane sugar.
How big is a single São Tomé 78% bar?
A single São Tomé 78% bar weighs 35 grams.
What does São Tomé 78% taste like?
São Tomé 78% lists flavour notes of raisin, plum and wild berries.
Is São Tomé 78% dark chocolate or milk chocolate?
São Tomé 78% is classified on Chof as dark chocolate.
Is São Tomé 78% certified organic or fair trade?
São Tomé 78% carries the following certification: Organic.
Where can I buy São Tomé 78%?
São Tomé 78% is made by Marco Colzani. Marco Colzani sells directly through their website at https://www.marcocolzani.it, and specialty chocolate shops in Europe and beyond also carry their bars. To track your tastings, scan São Tomé 78% in the Chof app.
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