For the love of Amedei

One of the great things about fine chocolate is the passion it invokes in some of it’s converts. Last night we had the chance to indulge Academy of Chocolate Chairman Sara Jayne Stanes in a chocolate tasting devoted purely to Amedei.

We’ve been at many different events with Sara – promoting fine chocolate or the work of the Academy – but this was a chance to let Sara talk about something she truly loves – Amedei chocolate.

After an expertly recounted recap of the history of chocolate, Sara led us through a tasting of Amedei’s Toscano Black, I Cru Jamaica, ‘9′, Chuao and Porcelana.

Tasting Chuao with Sara was especially interesting following her recent visit to the plantation – we were treated to plenty of stories and an insight into the background and politics of the region.

We learnt that Chuao is riding high at the moment, but may soon become a victim of its own success as the Chavez government seems to be preparing the village to become a tourist destination. Only time will tell what effect this might have on the chocolate.

The evening was rounded off perfectly with two Amedei truffles made by William Curley – Chuao and ‘9′.

Many thanks go to Sara for all her hard work and energy promoting  the fine chocolate cause.