Valrhona Abinao 85% Dark Chocolate – Single-Origin Squares 90g

Valrhona's Abinao is a single-origin dark chocolate from Ecuador, crafted for those who take their cacao seriously. These 18 individually wrapped squares deliver 85% cacao intensity — a clean, fruited bitterness without harshness, with subtle floral notes that linger on the palate. Each carré is designed to melt slowly, revealing complexity rather than sugar.

About this product

Valrhona has sourced Ecuadorian cacao since the 1970s, building long-term relationships with growers in the Manabí region. Abinao reflects that commitment: no lecithin, no unnecessary additives, just fermented and roasted beans transformed into chocolate that tastes like its origin. The 85% designation sits at the threshold between approachable and uncompromising — ideal for someone moving beyond mainstream dark chocolate but not yet seeking the austere 90%+ category.

How to enjoy

• Melt a square on your tongue slowly, letting the flavors develop without chewing.
• Pair with strong espresso or a dry Oloroso sherry.
• Break into pieces for a composed chocolate tart or mousse.
• Gift to the chocolate enthusiast who already owns a cacao nib grinder.

Product details

• Net weight: 90g (18 carrés)
• Cacao origin: Ecuador (Manabí region)
• Cacao content: 85%
• Brand: Valrhona
• EAN: 3395328715659
• Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place away from heat and strong odors.

⭐ Why we love this

Valrhona's Abinao represents the French obsession with purity and terroir applied to chocolate — a philosophy deeply rooted in European artisanal tradition. At 85%, it strikes the perfect balance for serious chocolate lovers: complex enough to reveal the tropical fruit and floral character of Ecuadorian cacao, yet accessible enough to be genuinely pleasurable rather than austere.

🍷 Pairing suggestion

Pair each square with a glass of dry Oloroso sherry from Jerez — the wine's nutty oxidation complements the chocolate's fruited bitterness beautifully. Alternatively, serve after a light Spanish meal with strong espresso or a small glass of aged rum to echo the cacao's origin.

📍 From Spain

While the cacao originates from Ecuador's Manabí region, Valrhona's mastery is French-rooted, and this chocolate is distributed through El Corte Inglés, Spain's flagship luxury retailer. It represents the best of cross-European craft: Ecuadorian terroir refined through generations of French chocolate expertise, now accessible to Spanish gourmet enthusiasts.