Durca Grand Cru - 70% Napo
From the name on the label - “Grand Cru” - to the presentation of the packaging - band, case, and four neatly sculpted individual bars - Durca is a brand aiming to convey luxury, elegance, and exclusivity.
The chocolate itself is interesting. It has an identity - a strong fig flavor, with herbal notes of rosemary, sage and bay leaf. Despite a somewhat austere character, it remains quite unique, fine, and overall a nice experience.
Evaluation
Originality: 5
Fineness: 5
Comforting: 4
Intensity: 4
Overall impression: 4
Final evaluation: 22/25
layout: post title: “Durca - 70% Napo - Pure” tags: [Dark, Cocoa] categories: [Durca]
Durca’s 70% from Napo shows an interesting combination of roasted cocoa, cocoa nibs, and a vegetal undertone that suggests wet forest notes. There are subtle citrus top notes that brighten the profile and balance the earthier components. Texture is firm and satisfying.
Evaluation
Originality: 4
Fineness: 4
Comforting: 3.5
Intensity: 4
Overall impression: 4
Final evaluation: 19.5/25
layout: post title: “Durca Grand Cru Dark Chocolate - 70% Napo” tags: [Dark, Pure] categories: [Durca]
From the label’s name — “Grand Cru” — to the packaging presentation — band, case, and four well-sculpted individual bars — Durca is a brand that seeks to convey luxury, elegance and exclusivity. I bought it at the Cacao & Cacao shop in Quito, though I don’t recall if the price was higher than other bars.
The chocolate itself is interesting. It has a distinct identity — a strong fig flavor with herbal notes of rosemary, sage and bay. Despite a somewhat austere character, it remains unique, refined, and overall a fine experience.
Evaluation
Originality: 5
Fineness: 5
Comforting: 4
Intensity: 4
Overall impression: 4
Final evaluation: 22/25