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Martin Christy on Scharffen Berger Porcelana

Sat, 07 Feb 2004 01:30:51 +0000

helteo, I had some Rovira recently that bought in Harvey Nicholls - I must say I was a little dissapointed, but a review will follow.

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Martin Christy on Scharffen Berger Porcelana

Sat, 07 Feb 2004 01:29:23 +0000

Was that actually the Marcolini Porcelana Tom? I haven't managed to get hold of it yet and I've a feeling it's not going to be available in the UK.

The additional chocolate in Scharffenberger's Porcelana is Madagascan, so it is actually a blend, mostly with Porcelana - I heard it from the man himself.

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tom finnerty on Scharffen Berger Porcelana

Fri, 09 Jan 2004 17:31:16 +0000

Have just got some og the Marcolini from Harvey Nichols here in Edinburgh - I think it is superb ! The best dark chocolate I've tasted to date. It seems to be a bit over-priced there though, you're probably better buying it online from them directly.

dbackerman@hotmail.com on Scharffen Berger Porcelana

Fri, 09 Jan 2004 12:50:38 +0000

I also ordered some of the Scarffenberger Porcelana back in 2003 and as I remember it was not 100% Porcelana but some blend with another variety, I recall it to be about 75%, or so, Porcelana. As I also recall, although I liked it, I didn't like it as much as the Amedei. I'll have to go back again and retry it, I still have a couple of bars left. Can anyone tell me how/where to get some of this Marcolini Porcelana? I've been reading alot about his chocolates and now I must sample them!!!

Newfy

dbackerman@hotmail.com on Scharffen Berger Porcelana

Fri, 09 Jan 2004 12:49:09 +0000

Newfy

helteo on Scharffen Berger Porcelana

Fri, 09 Jan 2004 08:01:12 +0000

I would recommend trying chocolate chef-d'oeuvres made by Enric Rovira (Spain).

Martin Christy on Scharffen Berger Porcelana

Fri, 14 Nov 2003 21:15:32 +0000

Forum member zoischa (sounds like a member of the politburo!) has just sent us a Scharffen Berger Porcelana bar to review, and I couldn't resist whipping it out of the wrapper and tasting it straight away!

You can see the resulting review at http://www.seventypercent.com/chocop/bar_detail.asp?ID=125. Not bad at all - given the bar is a little old (it was made for Scharffen Berger's 5th anniversary in 2002), it scores well.

Let's hope they make some more!

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filou on Scharffen Berger Porcelana

Sun, 09 Nov 2003 17:16:45 +0000

I tasted simulateneously a sample of Marcolini's pure porcelana and another porcelana bar.
Pierre marcolini bars will be available soon in London at the store.
His are made from mexican porcelana, in fact he bought the whole production (quite a challenge when you face up with the giants).
tasting note:
amazing smoothness, long presence in mouth, starts off with very rich autumnal notes (like autumn leaves), then moves on to a very fruity sort of grape taste without any asperity, and then dissipates to a wonderful chocolate after taste.
very aromatic.

ps this bar had many more aromes and subtleties then the other porcelana (venezuelan) bar available in London.

Martin Christy on Scharffen Berger Porcelana

Wed, 08 Oct 2003 00:29:37 +0000

I can now reveal that the chocolate maker experimenting with porcelana was Pierre Marcolini, and that they will be launching a limited edition Porcelana made with Mexican beans at the Mexican Embassy in Brussels on October 14 2003. I'm hoping to pick some up during our tour of London Chocolate Week.

With the Scharffenberger from zoischa this will make four different bars for a porcelana special comparison - I can't wait!

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sinebubble on Scharffen Berger Porcelana

Fri, 03 Oct 2003 23:10:36 +0000

quote:

Originally posted by bobvilax2000

They'll Probably keep their stash hidden until the stock is gone all around the world. Then they'll auction Them off at insane prices.

Probably. But chocolate isn't wine; they can't wait too long. I wish I had known about this run last year so I could have picked some up. Anyway, work is over in 2 hours and it's my Friday ritual to pick up a new bar. Who knows what new pleasure awaits me down at Fog City News!

Brian

bobvilax2000 on Scharffen Berger Porcelana

Fri, 03 Oct 2003 13:10:02 +0000

They'll Probably keep their stash hidden until the stock is gone all around the world. Then they'll auction Them off at insane prices.

sinebubble on Scharffen Berger Porcelana

Fri, 03 Oct 2003 03:07:54 +0000

I stopped by the Scharffen Berger store this afternoon for lunch and caught a whiff of the chocolate perfume. Not too bad, actually.

I asked if there would be another run of the Porcelana and they said they would probably not do another Porcelana, but they might use a different bean each aniversary. And, yes, they have a stash of Porcelana somewhere, but wouldn't sell it.

Brian

Martin Christy on Scharffen Berger Porcelana

Sun, 28 Sep 2003 19:14:23 +0000

Have sent you an email Zoe. I'll do a special Pod feature on Porcelana when I have it. Also I know of another maker experimenting with Porcelanan beans, and will include it if they produce a chocolate from them.

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zoischa on Scharffen Berger Porcelana

Sun, 28 Sep 2003 13:53:07 +0000

Yes, Mr Christy, I think we can arrange a swap. I do hope you would then post a review for everyone comparing the three.

Zoe

Martin Christy on Scharffen Berger Porcelana

Sun, 28 Sep 2003 12:57:45 +0000

It is a chocolate scented perfume, made by perfumers for Scharffenberger. Full details at http://www.scharffenberger.com/products/perfume.htm. If anyone tries it please let me know!

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