dark chocolate · 77% cacao · Vietnam

Vanuatu Pralus France Dark Naked Vanuatu

by Vanuatu Pralus · Ben Tre, Vietnam · rated 4.8/5

This chocolate unfolds like a whispered secret—deep waves of roasted almond and polished mahogany glide across the palate, anchored by a faint trace of oak’s earthy warmth. Subtle whispers of sunflower and pumpkin seed emerge mid-palate, before a gentle, rum-like sweetness lingers in a velvety, elegant finish. The low acidity allows its refined complexity to shine, leaving a long and contemplative aftertaste.

Tasting profile

OriginBen Tre, Vietnam
Bean varietyNacional
Cacao77%
Intensity6/10
Acidityvery low
Bitternessmedium-high
Sweetnesslow
Texturevelvety
Finishcomplex, long persistence
Roast profilemedium-light
Primary notesalmond, oak, mahogany
Secondary notessunflower, pumpkin seed, rum
Flavor familiesearthy, nutty
Ingredientscacao beans, sugar
Dietaryvegan, gluten-free, keto-friendly
Allergens
AwardsGood Food Award Winner, Best Dark Chocolate

Pairings

Beverages: pour-over coffee, bourbon

Food: toasted nuts

Questions

What does Vanuatu Pralus France Dark Naked Vanuatu taste like?

Delicate chocolate from Ben Tre, Vietnam with dominant notes of almond, oak. Secondary flavors of sunflower, pumpkin seed emerge as it melts. Complex finish with long persistence.

What drinks pair well with Vanuatu Pralus France Dark Naked Vanuatu?

Recommended beverage pairings: pour-over coffee, bourbon. Food pairings: toasted nuts.

How intense is Vanuatu Pralus France Dark Naked Vanuatu?

Intensity 6/10, medium-high bitterness, very low acidity, low sweetness, with a velvety texture and a complex finish of long persistence.

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