Bonnat

Bonnat is a traditional French chocolate maker based in Voiron. As a multi-generational family business, the house maintains a focus on the manufacturing process from bean to bar. Stéphane Bonnat currently leads the company, upholding a legacy that balances heritage with the technical demands of modern cacao processing.

The house is recognized for its technical precision in production, specifically regarding its conching methods. By employing a quantitative approach to conching, the maker emphasizes consistency and the preservation of origin characteristics. The company operates its own fermentation and drying protocols, ensuring the cacao is prepared according to its specific requirements before it reaches the factory.

Sourcing is managed through direct trade practices, allowing the maker to build relationships with producers at the origin. This attention to detail has garnered international recognition, notably for single-origin releases like the Apotequil 75% bar. Standard production typically results in 100 gram tablets.