Description
Crafted from Chuncho cacao sourced from Alto-Urubamba co-op in Cusco, Peru, this bar is expertly infused with Antique Muscat wine from Yaluma in Australia. The cacao’s natural earthy notes integrate perfectly with the bold raisin-forward flavor profile of the wine.
Craft & Origin
Johnty Tatham produces Lucid chocolate in the Coastal Wairarapa region of New Zealand from a remote farm location. He employs a rigorous bean-to-bar process using Vintaged Chuncho cacao sourced from the Alto Urubamba co-op in Cusco, Peru. The cacao nibs are meticulously infused with Muscat wine—selected for its characteristic bold raisin-forward notes—before being dried and crafted into dark chocolate. This method allows the ancient heritage cacao to absorb the wine’s aromatic complexity while ensuring a clean, stable snap. The chocolate production focuses on highlighting this harmonious pairing through precise roasting and controlled conching processes, balancing the intensity of the 78% cacao with the delicate wine aromatics. This technical approach yields a sophisticated bar that celebrates original vision and aromatic elegance through the expressive medium of vintage Chuncho cacao.
Flavor & Texture
Primary notes of Christmas pudding and raisin. The texture is velvety with soft, wine-infused fruit throughout.
How to Use
Pair this bar with a glass of chilled dessert wine or a salty blue cheese.
Why We Like It
Tatham’s technical precision allows a high-percentage cacao base to coexist with the delicate sweetness of Muscat wine.
Technical Details
- Size: 50g
- Origin: Masterton, New Zealand
- Varieties: Vintaged Chuncho cacao from Alto Urubamba co-op in Quillabamba, Cusco, Peru
- Production Method: Bean-to-bar
- Dietary Notes: Soy-free, contains sulphites
- Pairs With: Muscat wine, blue cheese, almonds