ranked in the top 100 chocolates in the world.
origin & craftsmanshipthis single-origin bar comes from finca casa blanca, a historic cacao farm in huila, colombia, founded in 1820and still run by reynaldo guzmn romero, the great-great-grandson of its founder. allo simonne works with asocagigante, a local cooperative that centralises fermentation and drying for multiple small producers, ensuring excellent bean quality. the chocolate is bean-to-bar, organic, and made in montreal.
flavor profilerich cocoa character with balanced bitterness and a smooth finish. youll notice layered notes of dried fruit (think subtle stone fruit or raisin), deep cocoa depth, and a touch of earthy or nutty undertoneshighlighted by minimal sugar so that the cacao shines through.
tasting & pairing guide
let the bar rest on your tongue so you first experience its rich cocoa bitterness, then allow the fruit-stone notes to emerge, followed by a smooth cocoa finish. pair with a medium-bodied red wine like merlot to echo its dried fruit nuances, or a roasted coffee to amplify its dark chocolate depth. for non-alcoholic options, a herbal tea (like rooibos) highlights its earthy tones. food-wise, try alongside toasted almonds or a dark fruit compote for complementary texture and flavour contrast.
summary
the huila, colombia 75% pista bar from allo simonne is a refined expression of single-origin organic cacaobold, clean, and full of depth. with fruit-forward subtleties and minimal sweetness, its ideal for dark chocolate lovers who want complex flavour and craftsmanship in every bite.
