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Experience the exquisite EET103 cacao from Manabi, Ecuador. A bean-to-bar 80% dark chocolate by ZOTO featuring bright nectarine and gardenia notes.
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Experience the exquisite EET103 cacao from Manabi, Ecuador. A bean-to-bar 80% dark chocolate by ZOTO featuring bright nectarine and gardenia notes.
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The Yunga Fortaleza del Valle EET103 is a remarkable expression of Ecuadorian terroir, crafted by the Belgian bean-to-bar maker ZOTO. This bar centers on the rare EET103 cacao variety, sourced directly from the fertile Manabi region of Ecuador. The identity of this chocolate is defined by a deep respect for the genetic integrity of the bean and a meticulous approach to processing.
At 80% cacao, the bar offers a sophisticated sensory experience. The beans undergo a precise 5-day box fermentation followed by a 7-day solar tunnel drying process, ensuring the raw material is perfectly prepared before reaching the melanger. With a roast profile of 120°C for 20 minutes, the resulting chocolate reveals a complex landscape of flavor, characterized by vibrant notes of nectarine and gardenia, balanced by the richness of macadamia and the comforting warmth of raisin bread.
Simplicity defines the composition of this bar, which relies on a clean, minimal ingredient list of cocoa beans, sugar, and cocoa butter to allow the specific character of the Fortaleza del Valle harvest to shine. The dedication to this high-standard production was recognized when the bar earned a place as a finalist in the 2023 International Chocolate Awards.
| Type | Dark |
| Cocoa Content | 80% |
| Origin | Manabi, Ecuador |
| Bean Variety | EET103 |
| Weight | 45g |
| Process | Non-alkalized |
| Sweetener | Sugar |
| Harvest | 2022 |
| Maker | ZOTO (Belgium) |
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Yunga Fortaleza del Valle EET103 contains 80% cocoa (also written 80% cacao), classified as dark chocolate.
The cocoa beans in Yunga Fortaleza del Valle EET103 are sourced from Manabi, Ecuador.
Yunga Fortaleza del Valle EET103 is made with EET103 cocoa beans, according to the information published for this bar.
The ingredients listed for Yunga Fortaleza del Valle EET103 are: Cocoa beans, sugar, cocoa butter.
A single Yunga Fortaleza del Valle EET103 bar weighs 45 grams.
Yunga Fortaleza del Valle EET103 lists flavour notes of Nectarine, Gardenia, Macadamia and Raisin bread.
Yunga Fortaleza del Valle EET103 is classified on Chof as dark chocolate.
Yunga Fortaleza del Valle EET103 is not marked as containing alkalized cocoa on Chof.
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Yunga Fortaleza del Valle EET103 carries the following certification: Direct Trade.
Yunga Fortaleza del Valle EET103 has been recognised at: International Chocolate Awards Finalist 2023.
Yunga Fortaleza del Valle EET103 is made by ZOTO. ZOTO sells directly through their website at https://zoto.be, and specialty chocolate shops in Europe and beyond also carry their bars. To track your tastings, scan Yunga Fortaleza del Valle EET103 in the Chof app.
