A sophisticated exploration of Amedei Toscana's finest dark chocolates, I Fondenti brings together six distinctive expressions of cacao in one beautifully presented tasting collection.
From the delicacy of rare Porcelana and Blanco de Criollo to the complexity of Nove, the balance of Toscano Black 70%, and the formidable intensity of Toscano Black 90% and Acero 95%, the collection offers a progressive journey through different cacao percentages, origins and chocolate-making philosophies.
Amedei describes I Fondenti as an exploration of the refined, persistent and unmistakable character of its dark chocolates, showcasing the house's expertise in the art of selecting and blending fine cacao.
Producer: Amedei Toscana
Origin: Pontedera, Tuscany, Italy
Style: Fine & Extra Dark Chocolate Collection
Selection: 2018
Format: 36 Individual Napolitains
Listed Weight: 160 g / 5.6 oz
Amedei's current presentation is listed as 162 g, so for your website I would retain 160 g / 5.6 oz if that is the weight printed on your 2018 packaging.
PORCELANA — 70%
One of Amedei's most prestigious chocolates, produced from exceptionally rare Porcelana cacao. Elegant and harmonious, with delicate notes of almond, toasted bread and subtle herbs.
BLANCO DE CRIOLLO — 70%
A rare Criollo expression emphasizing finesse and aromatic complexity, offering a particularly delicate interpretation of fine dark chocolate.
TOSCANO BLACK — 70%
Amedei's signature dark chocolate and one of the house's defining creations. Balanced and persistent, with roasted cacao accompanied by tobacco, malt and subtle cedar nuances.
NOVE — 75%
A complex blend created from cacao sourced from nine plantations, combining different origins to achieve exceptional depth, harmony and aromatic complexity.
TOSCANO BLACK — 90%
Powerful and concentrated, yet remarkably polished. An intense expression of cacao with deep roasted notes, dark fruit and beautifully controlled bitterness.
ACERO — 95%
The collection's most intense expression. A remarkable 95% dark chocolate sweetened with just 5% maple sugar, allowing extraordinary cacao concentration while retaining a subtle touch of sweetness.
Aroma:
A fascinating spectrum of aromas ranging from delicate nuts, flowers and toasted bread to dark fruit, roasted cacao, coffee, tobacco and warm woody notes.
Palate:
The tasting develops progressively in intensity. Porcelana and Blanco de Criollo emphasize elegance and finesse; Toscano Black 70% and Nove introduce greater depth and structure; while Toscano Black 90% and Acero 95% reveal cacao in increasingly pure and powerful expressions.
Texture:
Each Napolitain offers a precise snap followed by Amedei's characteristic smooth, gradual and luxurious melt, allowing the aromatic differences between each chocolate to unfold slowly.
Finish:
Increasingly long and intense as the tasting progresses, moving from delicate cacao and nutty complexity toward deeply roasted, bittersweet and persistent dark chocolate.
I Fondenti demonstrates that dark chocolate cannot be defined by cacao percentage alone.
The collection explores several different approaches to fine chocolate. Porcelana and Blanco de Criollo emphasize rare cacao genetics and provenance; Nove demonstrates the art of blending cacao from multiple plantations; Toscano Black represents Amedei's signature house style; while Acero explores extreme cacao concentration with minimal sweetness.
Amedei's current I Fondenti collection contains these same six chocolates in a 36-Napolitain presentation, with cacao percentages ranging from 70% to 95%.
Amedei I Fondenti is an exceptional collection for anyone who truly appreciates fine dark chocolate.
Across 36 individually portioned Napolitains, the tasting moves from the extraordinary finesse of Porcelana and Criollo cacao through progressively deeper, darker and more concentrated expressions, culminating in the remarkable Acero 95%.
More than simply an assortment, it provides an opportunity to compare how cacao variety, origin, blending and percentage influence the finished chocolate.
For wine lovers in particular, it is a wonderfully familiar concept: essentially a tasting flight of fine chocolate, designed to be explored slowly and compared side by side.
I Fondenti is particularly well suited to a comparative tasting alongside fine wines and spirits. Start with the more delicate chocolates and progress toward the most concentrated expressions.
Porcelana & Blanco de Criollo pair beautifully with Vin Santo or mature Tawny Port; Toscano Black 70% and Nove 75% work wonderfully with Madeira, Vintage Port and aged rum; while Toscano Black 90% and Acero 95% can stand alongside Barolo Chinato, Cognac, Armagnac and mature whisky.
For a non-alcoholic tasting, serve alongside a carefully prepared espresso or specialty coffee.
PAIR WITH:
Vin Santo · Tawny Port · Vintage Port · Madeira · Barolo Chinato · Aged Rum · Cognac · Armagnac · Whisky · Espresso
Amedei recommends storing the chocolates in a cool, dry environment between 14°C and 18°C. The current I Fondenti collection carries an indicated shelf life of 18 months
