CHOCOLATE BONBONS
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CHOCOLATE BONBONS
VALRHONA CATALOGUE CHOCOLATE BONBONS & COFFEE BREAK RANGE 2015-2016 Y O U R P A S S I O N D E S E R V E S E X C E P CHOCOLATE BONBONS & COFFEE BREAK RANGE CATALOGUE 2015-2016 T I O N AUX SOURCES DU GRAND CHOCOLAT Valrhona is a French chocolatier that has been providing exceptional chocolate since 1922. Created by and for pastry chefs, Valrhona dedicates all of its expertise, high standards, and passion to culinary professionals, making each taste an exceptional experience. Chosen by the world's most prestigious chefs and craftsmen for its vast range of aromatic profiles, continually enhanced by innovation, Valrhona's ambition is to broaden people's culinary horizons by offering a variety of unique and recognizable chocolate flavors that continuously create more pleasure and excitement. 2 Chocolate Bonbons and Coffee Break Range Decorations with piping cones (cornets) Decorations with forks Placement of nuts VALRHONA, PASSIONATE CONFECTIONER SINCE 1922 VALRHONA, CREATOR OF GOURMET INDULGENCE VALRHONA, LOYAL PARTNER TO PROFESSIONALS Valrhona Grand Chocolat Bonbons are the result of artisanal craftsmanship combining know-how with innovation. Passionate about their craft, Valrhona master confectioners preserve a long tradition of quality and excellence in the Rhone Valley of France. Every gesture and each technique matter. By selecting and assembling the finest ingredients, Valrhona master confectioners delicately compose singular and authentic creations. This exquisite work, backed by extensive expertise in Grand Chocolat, demonstrates Valrhona's commitment to the quest for perfection. A Valrhona Grand Chocolat bonbon comprises a recipe, taste, texture, and decoration. It's alchemy that provides gourmets with an incomparable taste experience. Inspired by Grand Chocolat, Valrhona continuously enriches its range of creations with new, elegant, and refined chocolate indulgences. Beyond innovation, Valrhona stands by its long confectionary experience and safeguards iconic recipes that have stood the test of time, such as "Palet Or", "Rinette", and "Orangette". By providing professionals with innovative, gourmet creations and consistent quality, Valrhona offers the best of its longstanding expertise. Customer support and satisfaction are the very essence of Valrhona's approach. In addition to requirements for quality and availability, Valrhona pays special attention to each and every one of its clients and customers. Professionals therefore have access to many services for developing and growing their business, such as tools, training courses, and personalized follow-up. NC SI E www.valrhonapro.com Take a look at our website exclusively for gastronomy professionals By creating your online account, you will have access to exclusive services, dedicated advice and information that will support, inspire and set apart your pastry creations. 3 NEW FOR 2015 ◆ CLASSIC COLLECTION Delectable chocolate bonbons available all year long. With an array of colors and stylish flavors, such as Raspberry, Passion Fruit, Hazelnut, and Macaé Grand Cru from Brazil, the Pop line will ignite your range of chocolate bonbons ! MACAÉ ................................ 12069 Dark chocolate ganache Grand Cru Macaé 62% pure Brazil coated in dark chocolate. RASPBERRY POP .................. 12067 Ganache with raspberry puree, coated in dark chocolate. HAZELNUT POP .....................12073 Hazelnut ganache coated in milk chocolate. PASSION FRUIT POP .............. 12071 Passion fruit ganache coated in milk chocolate. PROMESSE PRALINÉ CRÊPE DENTELLE ..................... 11895 The new gem of Valrhona haute confiserie , Promesse Praliné Crêpe Dentelle, crunchy and intense, will awaken the most indulgent senses. Smooth praline combined with crispy crêpe-dentelle cookies. Decorated with piped milk chocolate. 4 DULCEY MEDITERRANEAN...... 12247 This Blond Dulcey mendiant is a new twist on the classics, a perfect blend of the crunch and freshness of nuts. Dulcey chocolate disc with orange zests, apricot, hazelnuts and pistachios. • Fruity and nutty notes. • Crunchy. THE CHRISTMAS COLLECTION Chocolate Bonbons and Coffee Break Range More creations in the Esprits de Noël collection to immerse yourself in the magic of the Holiday Season ! ESPRIT DE NOËL CARAMELIA........ 12013 Designed specially for the Holidays, the milk chocolate Caramélia Spirit of Christmas unveils notes of biscuit and caramel and will make big and small melt with pleasure. Caramélia 36% milk chocolate Smooth, indulgent, and rich. Assortment of 5 figures. • Assortment of 5 shapes : star, snowman, gingerbread man, Christmas tree, and Christmas ball. • Caramélia 36% couverture • Height: 3.5 - 4 cm • Width : 3 - 3.5 cm • Thickness: 8 mm • Unit weight: 5 g Available from 17/09/2015 to 31/12/2015 Packaging: 2 kg boxes NIBBLES SELECTION Offer your customers little samples of pleasure they can try on the spot or take with them. NEW "FANTAISIES" NEW "BOUCHÉES" To make foodies and gourmets go wild, try the new "Fantaisies": scrumptious little balls of crispy cereal grains coated in dark or milk chocolate and almonds adorned with white chocolate… There's something for everyone! Nestled in an indulgent and generous format are delicious bites of salted caramel and Gianduja, perfect for sampling pleasures and succumbing to temptation… IVOIRE AMANDAS.................... 11705 Roasted almonds coated in white chocolate. DARK CHOCOLATE CROUSTIBILLES ........................ 11849 CARAMELIA CROUSTIBILLES... 11786 ONDINE................................... 12248 BAR'ROC................................. 12039 Crispy cereal grains coated in dark chocolate. Crispy cereal grains Coated in Caramélia chocolate. Bar filled with salted caramel and coated in dark chocolate. Gianduja interior, decorated with almond pieces and coated in milk chocolate. 5 6 CONTENTS 38 08 18 46 THE CHRISTMAS COLLECTION NIBBLES SELECTION Sales Tips10 Sales Tips Esprits de Noël 12 "Fantaisies"42 Truffles 12 Bars of Chocolate 43 Scintillantes 13 "Bouchées" 44 40 Étincelles 14 "Confiseurs" 16 "Chardons" 16 CLASSIC COLLECTION COFFEE BREAK RANGE Sales Tips20 Sales Tips 48 Ganaches 22 "Carrés" 50 Pralinés 28 "Éclats" 50 Nuts And Candied Fruits 32 "Lingots" Exclusives 34 Promesses 36 50 7 8 THE CHRISTMAS COLLECTION 1 Esprits de Noël 4 Étincelles 2 Truffles 5 "Confiseurs" 3 Scintillantes 6 "Chardons" Delight your customers for the holiday season with our Christmas chocolate bonbons! STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR VALRHONA GRAND CHOCOLAT BONBONS Storage Conditions upon delivery : Store the boxes, tightly closed, in a cool place away from light and humidity (recommended temperature: 4°C or 16°C). ALLERGENS Pralinés, almond pastes, and Gianduja are all products made with nuts (almonds or hazelnuts) Presence of allergens : Nuts, among others. Avoid thermal shocks due to sudden temperature changes between storage room and display case. Such rapid temperature changes can cause chocolate bloom. In the display case, maintain the temperature of the chocolates between 14°C and 18°C, with relative humidity (hygrometer reading) between 55% and 60%. The chocolates must be consumed before the Best By Date* listed on the package. *Best By Date (BBD): The date up to which the manufacturer guarantees the organoleptic qualities of the product. 9 SALES TIPS Make Christmas a special event in your shop To attract and engage customers. 1 Set the scene Create a whole universe in your display case just as in your shop. ›› Use decorations (mobiles, garlands, objects…), molds, and decals… SALES TIPS The Christmas Collection 2 Christmas chocolate bonbon selection Give your product range a new twist with Christmas exclusives. Showcase your special Christmas temptations : chocolate bonbons rule at Christmas ! ›› Take advantage of our exclusive Christmas specials to make the most of the season with truly festive recipes and don't forget our wrapped liquor chocolates, always a big hit at Christmas. ›› Diversify with our Spirit of Christmas "fritures" line or our new "Scintillantes" collection of wrapped chocolates. ›› Increase your chocolate bonbon shelf space by 50% at Christmas time, compared to the rest of the year Draw attention to your Christmas Products with attractive signs. ›› Draw from your usual "fritures" or wrapped bonbon collections to create special Christmas products, decorated for the occasion. In addition, provide pre-packaged products next to the cash desk to bolster impulse buys. 3 Use special packaging and wrapping for the occasion To carry your Christmas theme out of the shop. Masking tape labels gift wrapping ›› Display large formats and boxes with festive colors or gift-wrapped and tied with ribbons. ›› For "fritures" or individually wrapped chocolates, use festive sachets or cones! GOOD TO KNOW Apply the same dedicated approach to all special occasions year-round (Valentine's Day, Easter, Mothers Day, Fathers Day, Spring, Fall, etc...) THE CHRISTMAS COLLECTION Esprits de Noël Christmas takes shape and flavor with playful and amusing assortments molded in the shape of 3 Valrhona Grand Chocolats. ESPRIT DE NOËL CARAÏBE............. 11206 ESPRIT DE NOËL DULCEY............... 11207 ESPRIT DE NOËL CARAMELIA........ 12013 Grand Cru Caraïbe 66% dark chocolate. Long-tasting flavor and aromatic. Assortment of 5 figures. Dulcey 32% chocolate. Creamy and biscuity. Assortment of 5 figures. Caramélia 36% milk chocolate. Smooth, indulgent, and rich. Assortment of 5 figures. • Assortment of 5 figures : star, snowman, gingerbread man, Christmas tree, Christmas ball. • Caraïbe 66% couverture • Height: 3.5 - 4 cm • Width: 3 - 3.5 cm • Thickness: 8 mm • Unit weight: 5 g • Assortment of 5 figures: star, snowman, gingerbread man, Christmas tree, Christmas ball. • Dulcey 32% couverture • Height: 3.5 - 4 cm • Width: 3 - 3.5 cm • Thickness: 8 mm • Unit weight: 5 g • Assortment of 5 shapes : star, snowman, gingerbread man, Christmas tree, and Christmas ball. • Caramélia 36% couverture • Height: 3.5 - 4 cm • Width : 3 - 3.5 cm • Thickness: 8 mm • Unit weight: 5 g Available from 17/09/2015 to 31/12/2015 Packaging: 2 kg boxes Truffles A delectable selection. A careful pairing of textures: succumb to the crisp chocolate shell surrounding a soft, melt-in-your-mouth inside. Dark Dark Dark Dulcey TRUFFE GUANAJA.....................7364 TRUFFE GUANAJA-ORANGE.... 8394 TRUFFE TANARIVA CARAMEL... 7365 TRUFFE DULCEY PRALINÉ....... 11143 Dark chocolate ganache made from Grand Cru Guanaja 70%. Dark chocolate ganache made from Grand Cru Guanaja 70%, orange-flavored. Caramel and milk chocolate ganache made from Grand Cru Tanariva 33%. Fruity praline with 70% almonds. • Powerful and long-lasting flavor. • Melting center. • Dusted with cocoa powder. • A creamy center. • Powerful cocoa taste with an orange finish. Dark • A hint of salt. • Melting center. Dark TRUFFE CITRON........................7368 TRUFFE RHUM COCO................. 7370 TRUFFE CROUSTIPRALINÉ........7366 Ganache with lemon pulp. Ganache flavored with rum. • Yellow coating. • Sweet and tart notes. • Melting center. • Decorated with coconut flakes. • Intense. • Melting center. Almond and hazelnut fruity praline mixed with crisp cereals. 12 • Biscuity notes and dried fruits in a melting centre. • Decorated with chopped almonds. • Crispy texture. • Melting center. Available from 07/09/2015 to 31/12/2015 Packaging: 2 kg boxes The Christmas Collection Scintillantes................................................................................................................ 11504 Valrhona's festive collection, a must-have for celebrating the Holiday Season ! Milk Chocolate Milk Milk Milk JIVARA MILK CHOCOLATE ALMOND MILK CHOCOLATE MILK CHOCOLATE PRALINÉ Milk chocolate ganache Grand Cru Jivara 40%. Dark chocolate "Créole" ganache and Milk Chocolate with almond flavoring. Almond-Hazelnut praline. • Notes of cookie and nuts in a melting center. • Fruity and smooth. Dark Chocolate • Melting texture. White Dark White Dark CARAÏBE NOIR FLAKY DARK CHOCOLATE PRALINÉ IVOIRE BLACK CURRANT Dark chocolate ganache Grand Cru Caraïbe 66%. Almond-Hazelnut praline and crêpe dentelle cookies. Ganache with black currant puree. • Fragrant with a long finish. • Smooth and fruity notes. • Notes of nuts. • Crispy. • Tart notes. Available from 02/11/2015 to 31/12/2015 Packaging : 2 kg boxes 13 THE CHRISTMAS COLLECTION Étincelles Festive and refined chocolates adorned in silver and gold, bearing names from faraway galaxies. Dark Dark Dark Dark Dark ARIÈS......................................... 2397 OCTANS.....................................8393 ANTHARÈS............................... 2394 ALTAÏR...................................... 3026 Dark chocolate ganache made from Grand Cru Caraïbe 66%. Salty caramel flavored milk chocolate ganache made with Grand Cru Jivara 40%. Milk chocolate ganache infused with the bergamot flavor of Earl Grey tea. Hazelnut praline 60% with pecan pieces. • Decorated with flakes of gold and silver. • Sweetness. • Decorated with a stroke of dark chocolate and a touch of silver. • Intense nutty taste and roasted notes. • Crunchy texture. • Decorated with a touch of silver. • Long-tasting flavor and aromatic. • Decorated with gold and silver flakes. • Strong creamy taste with delicate caramel notes. • Melting texture. Milk Milk Milk Milk Milk LYRA......................................... 4285 ORIANA.................................... 2864 ANDROMA.................................2867 VEGA.........................................2863 Passion fruit ganache. Hazelnut praline 60% and waferthin crêpe crumbs with five spice. Milk chocolate Gianduja with hazelnut tidbits. Hazelnut praline 60%. • Decorated with a touch of silver. • Intense nutty taste and spicy notes. • Crispy texture. • Decorated with flakes of silver. • Gourmet flavors. • Crunchy texture. • Decorated with a touch of gold. • Smooth texture. • Good balance with hints of passion fruit and creamy notes. • Decorated with a touch of silver. • Intense roasted nuts taste and caramel notes. White White White AURIGA..................................... 2861 POLARIS................................... 4284 A red berry ganache with a hint of blackberry liquor. Milk chocolate and coffee ganache with a hint of whisky. • Decorated with flakes of gold and silver. • Decorated with a touch of silver. • Melting. 14 Available from 09/11/2015 to 31/12/2015 Packaging: 2 kg boxes The Christmas Collection Dark Dark Dark ATRIA........................................6823 PERSEA.................................... 4687 TRUFFE CARAÏBE...................... 3510 Milk chocolate Gianduja with bits of Breton butter cookie. Hazelnut praline 60% and grated coconut. Dark chocolate ganache made from Grand Cru Caraïbe 66%. • Decorated with flakes of gold and silver. • Crispy texture. • Decorated with a touch of silver. • Melting texture. • Dusted with cocoa powder. • Tender, melt-in-your-mouth ganache made with dairy cream with fruity chocolate. 15 LIQUOR Inside the chocolate bonbon a sugar "shell" contains alcohol thanks to a special crystallization process. Perfect for adults. “Confiseurs” Liquor chocolates wrapped in colorful shiny paper. Dark Dark Dark Dark CONFISEUR MIRABELLE............ 4327 CERISE & KIRSCH........................ 381 CONFISEUR COGNAC..................482 CONFISEUR KIRSCH................... 486 Mirabelle plum brandy (60°). A cherry, kirsch (50°) and fondant. French brandy (60°). Kirsch brandy (50°). • Wrapped in shiny yellow paper. • Fruity notes. • Molded dark chocolate "shell" and wrapped in shiny red paper. • Powerful, with notes of cherry stones. • Wrapped in shiny apricot-colored paper. • Strong, sweet with amber notes. • Wrapped in shiny red paper. • Powerful with notes of cherry stones. Dark Dark Dark Dark CONFISEUR CHARTREUSE.......... 481 CONFISEUR FRAMBOISE.............483 CONFISEUR POIRE......................487 CONFISEUR GRAND MARNIER®. 484 Green Chartreuse (70°). Raspberry brandy (60°). Williams pear brandy (50°). Grand Marnier® (50°). • Wrapped in shiny green paper. • Aromatic notes of green plants. • Wrapped in shiny fuchsia paper. • Fruity notes. • Wrapped in shiny golden paper. • Fruity notes. • Intense. • Wrapped in shiny orange paper. • Orange notes. "Chardons" Thistle-shaped, liquor-filled colored chocolates. CHARDON CASSIS.......................467 CHARDON MIRABELLE............... 465 CHARDON GENEPI..................... 462 CHARDON POIRE....................... 466 Infused with blackcurrant (40°) and blackcurrant buds. Aged Mirabelle plum brandy (60°). Genepi (86°). Williams pear brandy (45°). • Yellow coating. • Fruity notes. • Green coating. • Plant flavors. • Coated in dark chocolate. • Fruity notes. • Intense. • Mauve coating. • Intense berry flavors. Not available in the US CHARDON KIRSCH..................... 464 CHARDON GRAND MARNIER®........ 463 CHARDON FRAMBOISE............... 461 CHARDON ARMAGNAC.............. 460 Kirsch brandy (50°). Grand Marnier® liquor (50°). Raspberry brandy (60°). Armagnac liquor (60°). • Blue coating. • Powerful with notes of cherry stones. • Orange coating. • Orange notes. • Pink coating. • Fruity notes. • Coated in Ivoire white chocolate. • Fruity. • Sweet. 16 Available from 07/09/2015 to 31/12/2015 Packaging: 2 kg boxes The Christmas Collection Dark PANACHÉ CONFISEUR............... 3301 2 kg assortment: Raspberry, Kirsch, Pear. • Wrapped in shiny paper. • Fruity notes. CHARDON DULCEY WHISKY CAFÉ... 11152 Whisky (60°) and coffee extract. • Coated in Dulcey 32% chocolate. • Harmonious mixture of malted and roasted flavors with a final biscuity touch. PANACHÉ CHARDON................ 3300 4 Kg assortment : Armagnac, Raspberry, Kirsch, Grand Marnier®, Mirabelle, Pear. • Coated in colored decorations. • Fruity notes. • Intense. Not available in the US 17 18 CLASSIC COLLECTION 1 Ganaches 2 Pralinés 3 Nuts and candied fruits 4 Exclusives 5 "Promesses" Boxes of Chocolate Bonbons are ideal gifts all year round. Explore our wide range of exquisite chocolates and tips for showcasing them in your boutiques. STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR VALRHONA GRAND CHOCOLAT BONBONS Storage Conditions upon delivery : Store the boxes, tightly closed, in a cool place away from light and humidity (recommended temperature: 4°C or 16°C). Avoid thermal shocks due to sudden temperature changes between storage room and display case. Such rapid temperature changes can cause chocolate bloom. ALLERGENS Pralinés, almond pastes, and Gianduja are all products made with nuts (almonds or hazelnuts) Presence of allergens: Nuts, among others. In the display case, maintain the temperature of the chocolates between 14°C and 18°C, with relative humidity (hygrometer reading) between 55% and 60%.. The chocolates must be consumed before the Best By Date* listed on the package. *Best By Date (BBD): The date up to which the manufacturer guarantees the organoleptic qualities of the product. 19 SALES TIPS Chocolate bonbons Are ideal all year round. You stand behind your product ranges Excellent profitability Perfect forgift giving As an artisan confectioner, you are an expert in your field. The products you provide set you apart from those produced industrially and sold in big retail outlets. Feel free to capitalize on this distinction and the dedication to your craft. Minimal labor investment for a product perceived to have high added value. A box of chocolates is a timeless and welcome gift all year long, just like a bouquet of flowers. TIPS FOR MAXIMIZING YOUR CHOCOLATE BONBON SALES 1 Be visible ›› Use the right amount of space needed. ›› Where customers pass by. ›› Clearly visible from outside the shop. 2 Provide a comprehensive range ›› Composed of 25 products, minimum. ›› A balanced range of products : G G G G G G G G G P P P P P P P P P O O O O O O O COATINGS 60% dark chocolate, 30% milk chocolate, and 10% white chocolate. INTERIORS 40% ganaches (G) , 30% pralinés (P), 30% other (O) : almonds, nougats, fruit jellies... 3 Showcase the products ›› ›› ›› ›› 20 Display : Use transparent trays to display chocolates by product type. Provide labels with the name and description of each product. Present various packaging types and styles for all occasions: sachets, mini-boxes, gift boxes… Display the per-piece price of packaged collections. Praliné Intense Lait Intense almond hazelnut praline. SALES TIPS The Classic Collection 4 Have a particular message to inform and guide customers COATING COATING Coating preserves the texture of the chocolate. It must be fine enough to enhance the interior. Dark chocolate For intensity and a long finish. Milk chocolate For smoothness and indulgence. DECORATION White chocolate To bring out the flavor of the interior. INTERIOR INTERIOR Different interiors to suit every palate RECIPE TASTE TEXTURE GANACHES Smooth mixture of cream and/or fruit puree and chocolate For chocolate lovers Exquisite chocolate Melting and creamy PRALINÉS Mixture of nuts, sugar, and a hint of vanilla, all more or less finely ground Roasted and caramelized nuts For discerning gourmets Can be firm, melting, crunchy, or crispy « GIANDUJASTYLE » Combination of roasted hazelnuts and conched cocoa beans, finely ground Hazelnuts For fans of mild Smooth and melting DECORATION Tell your customers about the different ways to decorate chocolates. Ingredient placement Nuts, candied orange segments, etc. Cornet or piping bag To create designs on top of the chocolate. Transfer sheets To affix images by adhering transparent films with colored cocoa butter. Forks and other tools To design patterns in the chocolate. 21 GANACHES Ganache is a velvety combination of cream and chocolate with a smooth and creamy texture. For lovers of pure chocolate. Chocolate Ganaches Dark Dark Dark GUANAJA AMER........................ 376 CARAÏBE..................................383 PALET OR.................................368 Grand Cru Guanaja 70% Ganache. Grand Cru Caraïbe 66% Ganache. Grand Cru Guanaja 70% Ganache. • Powerful and lasting taste. • Fruity notes. • Lasting taste, very aromatic. • Sweet, fruity notes. • Decorated with gold leaf. • Powerful and lasting taste. Milk Milk Milk GUANAJA LACTÉE.....................386 JIVARA ALIZÉ..........................1423 PALET ARGENT........................ 404 Grand Cru Guanaja Lactée 41% Ganache. Grand Cru Jivara 40% Ganache. • Sweet, fruity notes. • Notes of caramel and vanilla. “Creole” ganache with dark chocolate and milk chocolate. • Decorated with silver leaf. • Milky notes. Fruity Ganaches Dark Dark Dark Milk GANACHE POIRE....................... 421 GANACHE CASSIS.................... 1426 CARAFRUTTI ABRICOT............... 372 CARAFRUTTI COCO....................385 Ganache flavored with pear. Ganache with blackcurrant pulp. • Intense. • Tart notes. Milk chocolate ganache with caramelized apricot pulp. Milk chocolate ganache with caramelized coconut pulp. • Fruity and caramel notes. • Creamy texture. • Fruity and caramel notes. • Creamy texture. Dark Dark Dark Milk GANACHE MANDARINE.............. 375 CARAFRUTTI GRIOTTE.............3506 CARAFRUTTI POIRE.................9304 CARAFRUTTI CITRON...............9305 Ganache flavored with mandarin. Milk chocolate ganache with caramelized Morello cherry pulp. A voyage to the heart of the orchard. Robust and intense notes of ripe, juicy Williams pears. A gourmet combination of the tangy freshness of lemons and the sweetness of creamy caramel. • Ganache with pear pulp. • Melt in the mouth texture. • Caramel ganache with lemon pulp. • Coated in milk chocolate. • Creamy texture. • Subtle fruity notes. • Fruity and caramel notes. • Creamy texture. 22 Available from 07/09/2015 to 31/12/2015 Packaging: 2 kg boxes The Classic Collection Grand Cru Ganaches Distinguished and elegant decorations of pure chocolate. A unique collection, perfect for gift giving. RI 64% MANJAadagascar 62% MACAÉBrazil Pure M Pure Dark % GBO 6a8 NYANre Ghan Pu Dark O 85% ABINAGrands Crus f Blend o Dark Dark GANACHE GRAND CRU MACAÉ............................... 7372 GANACHE GRAND CRU MANJARI................................... 7373 GANACHE GRAND CRU NYANGBO.................................. 7374 GANACHE GRAND CRU ABINAO..................................... 7375 Dark chocolate ganache Grand Cru Macaé 62%. Dark chocolate ganache Grand Cru Manjari 64%. Dark chocolate ganache Grand Cru Nyangbo 68%. Dark chocolate ganache Grand Cru Abinao 85%. • Notes of dried apricot and black tea. • Tart and red berry notes. • Round and chocolatey notes with a gentle touch of spice. • Smooth & Chocolatey. • Subtle bitterness elevated by intense tannins. • Robust and Tannic. White IVOIRE CASSIS........................3022 Ganache with blackcurrant pulp. • Tart notes. Available from 07/09/2015 to 31/12/2015 Packaging: 2 kg boxes 23 GANACHES Ganache is a velvety combination of cream and chocolate, with a smooth and creamy texture. For lovers of pure chocolate. Gourmet Ganaches Coffee notes Dark White Dark Dark CAFÉ NOIR..................................366 CAFÉ CRÈME............................... 390 GANACHE MOKA...................... 2548 MYRIADE ................................. 4295 Coffee ganache. Coffee ganache. • Decorated with coffee-flavored chocolate. • Arabica coffee notes. • Decorated with coffee-flavored chocolate. • Arabica coffee notes. Ganache with Ethiopian Mocha coffee. Cardamom infused ganache with coffee on an orange fruit jelly base. • Decorated with a transfer symbolizing coffee beans. • Very aromatic. • Decorated with candied fruit nibs and topped with coffee-flavored chocolate. • The taste of Arabica with slightly tart notes. • Soft, melting texture. Almond notes Dark Milk Milk CHAPKA NOIR.............................495 CHAPKA LAIT............................ 1424 DOUCE AMANDE........................ 498 Dark chocolate ganache. Milk chocolate ganache. • Decorated with chopped almonds. • Lasting taste. • Decorated with chopped almonds. • Subtle notes of caramel and vanilla. “Creole” ganache, dark chocolate and milk chocolate flavored with almond. • Almond shaped. • Fruity and sweet. Dark Dark Dark GANACHE PIMENT D’ESPELETTE... 9379 GANACHE MARRONS................. 380 FRESH MINT............................... 496 An original combination of chocolate ganache and the spicy notes of Espelette chilli powder. Ganache made from sweet chestnut cream. Mint-flavored ganache. • Yellow decor. • A firm and creamy texture. Milk • Intense and refreshing. • Chestnut shaped. • Notes of vanilla. • Creamy. Milk White GANACHE VANILLE................... 2547 GANACHE CANNELLE............... 2546 GANACHE GRAND MARNIER®...7883 Ganache flavored with vanilla extract. Ganache flavored with cinnamon. • Decorated with a transfer symbolizing vanilla bean pods. • Spicy notes. • Decorated with a transfer symbolizing cinnamon sticks. • Spicy notes. Ganache flavored with Grand Marnier® liquor. 24 • Decorated with dark chocolate. • Aromatic Available from 07/09/2015 to 31/12/2015 Packaging: 2 kg boxes The Classic Collection Tea notes Caramel Notes Dark Dark Milk Dark GANACHE THÉ JASMIN.............2545 GANACHE THÉ........................... 9377 CARAMEL SALÉ NOIR................ 9381 CARAMEL SALÉ LAIT................ 4683 Ganache infused with Chinese jasmine green tea. A harmonious marriage of tangy Macaé ganache and the fresh, flowery notes of tea. Salty caramel ganache. Salty caramel ganache. • Decorated with sugar. • Caramel notes. • Decorated with sugar. • Caramel notes. • Decorated with a transfer symbolizing tea leaves. • Very flowery notes. • Decorated with Ivoire chocolate. 25 GANACHES Ganache is a velvety combination of cream and chocolate, with a smooth and creamy texture. For lovers of pure chocolate. Hearts To get hearts racing throughout the year : for Valentines's Day, for weddings or for baptisms… Dark Milk Milk White COEUR FRAMBOISE................ 10757 COEUR NOISETTE.................... 10754 COEUR PASSION....................... 9316 COEUR VANILLE........................ 9318 Raspberry puree ganache. Hazelnut ganache. Passion fruit ganache. Vanilla Ganache. • Decorated with a pink arc. • Decorated with a dark arc. • Decorated with an orange arc. • Decorated with a dark arc. Dark Milk White COEUR MANJARI....................... 9314 COEUR JIVARA......................... 4329 CŒUR GRAND MARNIER®.......... 4330 Dark chocolate ganache made from Grand Cru Manjari 64%. Milk chocolate ganache made from Grand Cru Jivara 40%. Ganache flavored with Grand Marnier® liquor. • Notes of caramel and vanilla. • Striking taste. • Aromatic. The Pop Collection Dark Dark POP MACAÉ.......................... 12069 POP FRAMBOISE................... 12067 Dark chocolate ganache Macaé Grand Cru 62% pure Brazil, coated in dark chocolate. Ganache with raspberry puree, coated in dark chocolate. Milk 26 Milk POP NOISETTE.......................12073 POP PASSION........................ 12071 Hazelnut ganache coated in milk chocolate. Passion fruit ganache coated in milk chocolate. The Classic Collection 27 PRALINÉS Praliné is a glorious mixture of nuts, sugar, and a hint of vanilla, all more or less finely ground. The texture can be firm, melting, crunchy, or crispy. For discerning gourmets. Smooth Pralinés Pure and intense nutty flavors. Dark Dark Milk Milk PRALINÉ DOUCEUR NOIR..........3289 PRALINÉ NOISETTE 55% NOIR...... 10877 PRALINÉ FRUITÉ CRAQUANT..... 9219 PRALINÉ AMANDE 55% LAIT....... 10878 Almond hazelnut praline. Fruity praline with hazelnuts 55% from Italy. Exceptionally soft praline. Fruity praline with almonds 55% from Valencia in Spain. • Well balanced nutty and caramel taste. • Aromatic power from fresh hazelnuts and smooth. • Creamy texture. • The crunchy texture reveals intense notes of gently roasted hazelnuts and almonds. Milk Dark • Perfect balance between the subtle flavour of green almonds and the long-lasting taste. Milk White PRALINÉ INTENSE NOIR............ 3019 PRALINÉ INTENSE LAIT............. 3020 CARRÉ PRALINÉ LAIT.................. 402 PRALINÉ INTENSE IVOIRE..........3505 Intense almond hazelnut praline. Intense almond hazelnut praline. Almond praline. Intense almond hazelnut praline. • Decorated with a fine drop of Ivoire white chocolate. • Intense nutty taste and roasted notes. • Fine texture. • Decorated with a fine drop of dark chocolate. • Intense nutty taste and roasted notes. • Fine texture. • Decorated with dark chocolate. • Well balanced nutty and caramel taste. • Decorated with a fine drop of dark chocolate. • Intense nutty taste and roasted notes. • Fine texture. Gourmet Pralinés A selection of delectable gourmet flavors to please every palate: Gianduja, orange, nougat, coconut... Dark Dulcey Milk White RINETTE NOIRE.......................... 1869 RINETTE LAIT.............................. 405 RINETTE DULCEY.......................9953 RINETTE IVOIRE......................... 1870 Hand-made chocolate. Hazelnut praline and chopped almonds. Hand-made chocolate. Hazelnut praline and chopped almonds.. Hand-made chocolate. Hazelnut praline and chopped almonds. Hand-made chocolate. Hazelnut praline and chopped almonds. • Decorated with milk chocolate. • Very fine, delicate crunchy texture. • Decorated with dark chocolate. • Very fine, delicate crunchy texture. • Decorated with dark chocolate. • Very fine, delicate crunchy texture. • Decorated with dark chocolate. • Very fine, delicate crunchy texture. Dark Dark Milk Milk PRALINÉ ORANGE...................... 3021 PRALICOCO............................... 4299 GIANDUJA CITRON................... 3024 PRALIGOURMAND.................... 9947 Almond praline and pieces of orange. Almond praline and coconut. • Tart and fruity notes. • Decorated with Ivoire white chocolate. • Nutty taste and fruity notes. Milk chocolate gianduja flavored with lemon. hazelnut 60% and almond praline with cinnamon and Succès flakes. • Tart notes. • Creamy. • Decorated with dark chocolate flakes. • Intense flavor of dried fruits delicately heightened with cinnamon,with a crunchy texture. 28 Available from 07/09/2015 to 31/12/2015 Packaging: 2 kg boxes The Classic Collection White PRALINÉ AMANDE NOISETTE 60% IVOIRE.............................. 10879 Fruity praline with almonds 60% from Valencia and hazelnuts from Italy. • Harmony of fruity notes and intense fondant. White CARRÉ PRALINÉ IVOIRE..............369 Almond praline. • Decorated with dark chocolate. • Well balanced nutty and caramel taste. CHARDON PRALINÉ BLEU........... 450 Hazelnut praline and chopped caramelized almonds. • Blue coating. • Caramel notes. • Crunchy. 29 PRALINÉS Praliné is a glorious mixture of nuts, sugar, and a hint of vanilla, all more or less finely ground. The texture can be firm, melting, crunchy, or crispy. For discerning gourmets. Textured Pralinés Pure and intense nutty flavors combined with delicious gourmet ingredients for crunchy and crispy textures. Milk Dark GRÊTA NOIR.............................. 11701 GRÊTA LAIT............................... 11702 Almond and hazelnut praline. Almond and hazelnut praline. • Decorated with chopped almonds. • Nutty notes. • Melting texture. • Decorated with chopped almonds. • Nutty notes. • Melting texture. Dark Dark Milk PRALINÉ CRAQUANT.................4297 PRALINOUGAT............................. 417 PRALINÉ NOUGATINE................ 1425 Intense almond and hazelnut praliné with crisp cereals. Almond praline and chips of Montélimar nougat. Almond praline with crispy nougatine. • Decorated with milk chocolate. • Strong, nutty flavor with roasted notes. • Crispy texture. • Honey notes. • Crunchy. • Nutty and caramel notes. • Very crispy texture. Dark Dark Dark Milk GIANDUJA NOISETTE....................3023 ARWEN...................................... 4298 PRALIFEUILLETÉ NOIR............... 1875 PRALIFEUILLETÉ LAIT................ 1876 Milk chocolate Gianduja and bits of hazelnut. Milk chocolate Gianduja with Breton crêpe flakes. Almond praline mixed with wafer-thin crêpe crumbs. Almond praline mixed with wafer-thin crêpe crumbs. • Intense nutty flavor. • Creamy. • Nutty notes. • Melting, crispy texture. • Roasted notes. • Crispy. • Roasted notes. • Crispy. Dark Milk MALAKOFF NOIR...........................371 MALAKOFF LAIT........................... 427 Almond and hazelnut praline. Almond and hazelnut praline. • Decorated with chopped almonds. • Nutty notes. • Melting texture. • Decorated with chopped almonds. • Nutty notes. • Melting texture. 30 Available from 07/09/2015 to 31/12/2015 Packaging: 2 kg boxes The Classic Collection 31 NUTS AND CANDIED FRUITS Almond Creams and Pastes Moist, melting and soft textures. Enjoyed by those who love the sweet things. Dark Dark Dark ALICANTE.................................... 360 TRÉSOR DE PÉCAN NOIR........... 1873 BRIN D’AMANDE NOIR.............. 3509 Pistachio and almond cream. Almond and walnut paste with Armagnac liquor and coffee. Almond paste 50%. • Decorated with green decor. • Well balanced nutty taste. • Creamy texture. • Bitter almonds and nutty notes. • Decorated with caramelized chopped pecans. • Nutty notes. Nuts Crunchy, smooth or crispy textures. Enjoyed by those who love new sensations. Dark Milk Dulcey MÉDITERRANÉEN NOIR............11429 MÉDITERRANÉEN LAIT............. 11427 MÉDITERRANÉEN DULCEY....... 12247 Dark chocolate disc with orange zests, apricot, hazelnuts and pistachios. Milk chocolate disc with orange zests, apricot, hazelnuts and pistachios. Dulcey chocolate disc with orange zests, apricot, hazelnuts and pistachios. • Fruity and nutty notes. • Crunchy. • Fruity and nutty notes. • Crunchy. • Fruity and nutty notes. • Crunchy. Dark Milk Dark CROQUANT NOUGATINE NOIR..... 2092 CROQUANT NOUGATINE LAIT...... 2093 NOUGAT.................................... 2094 Almond nougatine. Almond nougatine. Nougat from Montélimar. • Decorated with almond chips. • Nutty notes and caramel. • Very crisp. • Decorated with almond chips. • Nutty notes and caramel. • Very crispy. • Honey and nutty notes. • Tender. Candied fruit Real fruits, hand-picked, candied and coated in chocolate to delight gourmets. Chocolates that mix well with others, to be included in small boxes or fruity selections. Dark Dark Dark ORANGETTE................................. 367 CITRONNETTE............................8395 GINGEMBRETTE........................ 8396 Stick of candied orange zest. Stick of candied lemon zest. Stick of candied ginger. • Tart, fruity notes. • Refined bitter taste and zesty notes. • A fresh and powerful ginger taste. 32 Available from 07/09/2015 to 31/12/2015 Packaging: 2 kg boxes The Classic Collection 33 EXCLUSIVES "Petits Délices" Recipes inspired by tasty traditional cakes and pastries. Attractive shapes and decorations. Eclairs Dark Milk Milk ÉCLAIR CAFÉ............................ 9945 ÉCLAIR VANILLE........................9935 ÉCLAIR CHOCOLAT................... 9943 Ivoire white and coffee-flavored chocolate ganache. Ivoire white chocolate ganache with vanilla extract. Dark chocolate ganache. • Milk chocolate decoration. • Coffee with cream notes and creamy texture. • Decorated with Ivoire chocolate. • Intense notes of vanilla and smooth texture. • Dark chocolate decoration. • Intense chocolate flavor and smooth texture. Tarts Dark Milk Milk TARTE AU CHOCOLAT.............. 4678 TARTE TATIN.............................4677 CRUMBLE FRAMBOISE............... 5118 Dark chocolate ganache made from Grand Cru Guanaja 70% sprinkled with crushed biscuit. Caramelized apple ganache flavored with vanilla extract. Ganache with raspberry pulp sprinkled with crushed biscuit. • Caramel texture. • Fruity notes. • Melting and crunchy texture. • Powerful and lasting taste. • Creamy and crispy texture. Gourmet Desserts Dark Dark Dark Dark FORÊT NOIRE........................... 4676 OPÉRA...................................... 4680 CRÈME CARAMEL...................... 5120 SUCCÈS....................................... 5119 Dark chocolate ganache made from Grand Cru Manjari 64% and morello cherries. Dark chocolate ganache made from Grand Cru Caraïbe 66% on a coffee-flavored almond paste. Caramel ganache with vanilla. Fruity praline mixed with Succès biscuit. • Decorated with dark chocolate flakes. • Fruity and alcohol notes. • Decorated with a touch of gold. • Very aromatic. Dark Milk • Decorated with brown sugar. • Vanilla notes. • Melting texture. White INSPIRATION PAIN D’ÉPICES........ 6088 TIRAMISU.................................. 5728 MILLEFEUILLE...........................4674 Almond paste, candied orange peel with honey and 7 spices. Ivoire white chocolate ganache with tiramisu flavor. • Decorated with candied fruit nibs. • Soft texture. • Spicy and fruity notes. • Decorated with chocolate pieces. • Melting texture. Ganache flavored with vanilla extract on a bed of milk “Gianduja-Style” blended with wafer-thin crêpe crumbs. 34 • Decorated with milk chocolate. • Nutty notes. • Crispy texture. • Decorated with dark chocolate. • Creamy and crispy texture. Available from 07/09/2015 to 31/12/2015 Packaging: 2 kg boxes The Classic Collection "Granités" Understated yet dynamic shape. A creamy liquid refreshing texture. Coated in chocolate and with a decoration that indicates the filling flavor. Dark GRANITÉ FRUITS ROUGES-VIOLETTE................... 5727 Ganache with redcurrant and blackcurrant pulp, flavored with violet. Dark Dark GRANITÉ GRUÉ.......................... 5115 GRANITÉ FRAMBOISE LITCHI..... 5117 Dark chocolate ganache infused with the flavor of cocoa nibs. Ganache with raspberry and litchi pulp. • Decorated with cocoa nibs. • Powerful, lasting taste. • Decorated with red berry crystals. • Tart, fruity notes. • Melting texture. • Decorated with candied violet chips. • Tart, fruity notes. • Melting texture. Milk Milk Dulcey GRANITÉ PRALINÉ FRUITÉ........ 5116 GRANITÉ PASSION....................8363 GRANITÉ DULCEY..................... 9848 Almond and hazelnut fruity praline. Ganache with passion fruit pulp. • Decorated with chopped almonds. • Nutty notes. • Decorated with flakes of yellow fruit. • The tart freshness of passion fruit. • A delectably melting texture. Grand Cru Jivara 40% malted chocolate ganache. • Decorated with caramelized pecan grains. • Gourmet combination of malt and biscuity notes of Dulcey. Available from 07/09/2015 to 31/12/2015 Packaging: 2 kg boxes 35 "PROMESSES" Valrhona's Haute Confiserie collection features 13 exquisite and Dark PROMESSE PRALINÉ CRÊPE DENTELLE ................................. 11895 Smooth praline combined with crispy crêpe dentelle cookies. •Decorated with strokes of milk chocolate. Dark PROMESSE CASSIS.................... 9886 Dark chocolate ganache paired with pure and intense black currant from Burgundy. •Decorated with a stroke of dark chocolate and a drop of pink. Dark Dark PROMESSE MANJARI FRAMBOISE............................... 9896 Layers of raspberry and dark chocolate ganache made from Grand Cru Manjari 64%. Dark PROMESSE GRIOTTE TONKA..... 11253 Layers of cherry and dark chocolate ganache and Tonka bean. •Decorated with strokes of red and dark chocolate. •Decorated with strokes of pink and dark chocolate. Dark Dark Dark PROMESSE CITRON VERT..........11251 PROMESSE CAFÉ ARABICA....... 9898 PROMESSE GUANAJA................9955 PROMESSE PRALINÉ 70% NOIR..... 9858 Dark chocolate ganache with lime puree from Mexico. Dark chocolate ganache infused with Ethiopian coffee beans. •Decorated with piped strokes of green. •Decorated with strokes of dark chocolate. Dark chocolate ganache made with Grand Cru Guanaja 70%, a perfect blend of the bitter and warm notes of this iconic Grand Cru. Fruity praline made with Valencia almonds 66% from Spain featuring a characteristic and slightly roasted almond flavor. •Decorated with strokes of dark chocolate. •Windswept effect decoration. 36 The Classic Collection d refined bonbons. Milk Milk Milk PROMESSE KALAMANSI ........... 9929 PROMESSE GIUANDUJA PASSION..9888 PROMESSE OPALYS VANILLE ... 9865 Milk chocolate ganache made from Grand Cru Jivara 40% combined with fresh and intense notes of Kalamansi citrus from the Philippines. Layers of Gianduja with bits of crêpe dentelle cookie and Grand Cru Jivara 40% milk chocolate ganache with passion fruit puree. White chocolate ganache made with Opalys chocolate paired with Vanilla from Madagascar for a melt-in-themouth and delicate combination. •Decorated with a stroke of milk chocolate and a drop of yellow. •Decorated with strokes of yellow and milk chocolate. •Decorated with piped strokes of Ivoire chocolate. Milk Milk PROMESSE JIVARA ......................9957 PROMESSE PRALINÉ 66% LAIT ...... 9861 Milk chocolate ganache made from creamy Grand Cru Jivara 40%. Fruity praline made with Roman hazelnuts from Italy and Valencia almonds 66% from Spain delivering intense hazelnut flavor enhanced by delicate almond notes. •Decorated with strokes of milk chocolate. •Windswept effect decoration. Packaging: 1kg Box 37 38 NIBBLES SELECTION 1 "Fantaisies" 2 Bars of Chocolate 3 "Bouchées" Our Nibbles range is intended to give customers a little treat to enjoy straight away and is often an impulse buy. If you make it stand out, it can expand your clientele by attracting a broader, more regular public. STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR VALRHONA GRAND CHOCOLAT BONBONS Storage Conditions upon delivery : Store the boxes, tightly closed, in a cool place away from light and humidity (recommended temperature: 4°C or 16°C). Avoid thermal shocks due to sudden temperature changes between storage room and display case. Such rapid temperature changes can cause chocolate bloom. ALLERGENS Pralinés, almond pastes, and Gianduja are all products made with nuts (almonds or hazelnuts) Presence of allergens : Nuts, among others. In the display case, maintain the temperature of the chocolates between 14°C and 18°C, with relative humidity (hygrometer reading) between 55% and 60%. The chocolates must be consumed before the Best By Date* listed on the package. *Best By Date (BBD): The date up to which the manufacturer guarantees the organoleptic qualities of the product. 39 SALES TIPS Invite your customers in for a delectable gourmet treat Snack-time and nibbles products are assets to highlight. Incorporating a snack range is easy to do, It enhances your chocolate bonbon selection and delights all ages all year long! OUR RECOMMENDATIONS FOR INCREASING SALES 7 4 8 9 Non-contractual illustrations. 40 6 2 9 SALES TIPS The Nibbles Selection 1 Provide a broad and attractive range 1 Offer a wide variety of products to tempt customers (different main ingredients, a variety of coatings). 2 Create varied and attractive assortments to entice indulgence (almonds, hazelnuts, figs…). 3 With bite-sized nibbles, you can offer customers a unique and delectable treat that requires no advance preparation. 2 Various packaging types for all occasions 4 Have different types of packaging available : nibbles for quick snacks, perfect options for gift-giving, products adorned in seasonal colors. 5 Provide different sizes, something for everyone (100g - 200g Sachets, 300g Boxes, 500g Gift Boxes ...). 6 Create something just for kids (tiny surprise packs). 3 Entice and tempt 8 7 Always have tasters available to tempt customers. Have some pre-packaged products available to generate additional sales (ready-to-buy sachets or mini-packs). 9 Have some pre-wrapped individual bites for customers to take away. 4 Showcase your products 10 Arrange your products in such away as to bolster impulse buys (pre-packaged sachets or boxes near the cash register). 41 41 NIBBLES SELECTION "Fantaisies" Nuts and candied fruits coated with chocolate or Gianduja for ultra-indulgent nibbles. The gourmet nibbles selection provides new opportunities for enjoying treats all-year-round and attracts people with its vast array of tastes and colors. Avelinas Collection Dark Milk Dulcey AVELINAS NOIR..........................554 AVELINAS LAIT............................ 555 AVELINAS DULCEY................... 9786 Roasted hazelnuts. Roasted hazelnuts. • Notes of roasted nuts. • Crispy texture. • Notes of roasted nuts. • Crispy texture. Roasted hazelnut combined with intense gourmet notes of Dulcey 32% chocolate. Amandas Collection Dark Milk White Dulcey AMANDAS NOIR..........................550 AMANDAS LAIT............................551 AMANDAS DULCEY................... 9787 AMANDAS IVOIRE.................... 11705 Roasted almonds. Roasted almonds. Roasted almonds. Roasted almonds. • Notes of roasted nuts. • Crispy texture. • Notes of roasted nuts. • Crispy texture. • Combined with intense gourmet notes of Dulcey 32% chocolate. • Notes of dry roasted nuts. • Crunchy texture. Minis Dark Dark Dark MINI ORANGETTES.................... 3295 GRAINS DE CAFÉ CHOCOLAT...... 573 PERLES DE GRUÉ.......................9558 Diced candied orange zests. Dark chocolate flavored with coffee. The power of Ghana Grué. • Tart, fruity notes. • Arabica coffee notes. • Ghana Grué coated in soft chocolate notes of Grand Cru de Terroir Nyangbo 68%, Pure Ghana. Sweets Flakey treats Milk Milk Milk White BISCUITS LAIT........................... 5301 CITRONS CONFITS LAIT........... 5300 FIGUES LAIT..............................5303 LES PETITES NOUVELLES..........9855 Crunchy pure butter biscuits. Delicate candied lemon zests. Delicious sun-dried figs. • Sweet chocolate taste. • Sweet chocolate taste. • Sweet chocolate taste. The crunchy texture of almond praline combined with crêpe-dentelle wafer cookies. Flaky praline. • Coated in white chocolate and decorated with milk chocolate. 42 Nibbles Selection Crunchy Treats Dark Milk DARK CHOCOLATE CROUSTIBILLES... 11849 CARAMÉLIA CROUSTIBILLES ..... 11786 Crispy cereal grains. Crispy cereal grains. • Coated in dark chocolate. • Coated in Caramélia chocolate. Powdered Treats "Galets" Dark Milk AMANDAS "FACON GIANDUJA" AMANDAS GIANDUJA CACAO.....553 AMANDAS "FACON GIANDUJA" SUCRE GLACE.............................. 552 GALET NOIR.............................. 8188 GALET LAIT............................... 8187 Roasted almonds. Roasted almonds. Roasted almonds. Roasted almonds. • Coated in “Gianduja-Style” and dusted with cocoa. • Intense cocoa taste. • Crispy and melting. • Coated in “Gianduja-Style” and dusted with confectioners’ sugar. • Sweet. • Nutty and praline notes. • Crunchy and melting. • Enrobed with a fine sugar shell. • Dark grey decoration. • Notes of roasted nuts. • An intense combination. • Crispy texture. • Enrobed with a fine sugar shell. • Light grey decoration. • Notes of roasted nut. • A gourmet combination. • Crispy texture. "Nougatines" Dark Milk White CARRÉS NOUGATINE NOIR....... 3293 CARRÉS NOUGATINE LAIT....... 3294 HARICOTS BLANCS..................... 565 Hazelnut nougatine. Hazelnut nougatine. Almond nougatine. • Nutty notes. • Crispy. • Nutty notes. • Crispy. • Vanilla notes. • Crispy. Bars of Chocolate All Valrhona Grand Chocolats available in 100 g bars, sold in neutral cellophane packaging. Can be personalized with your name, logo, or image. Dark Dark Dark Milk ABINAO 85%............................ 4347 CARAÏBE 66%.......................... 4349 MANJARI 64%.......................... 4350 TANARIVA................................. 4351 Powerful & Tannic. Balanced & Roasted. Tangy & Red fruit. Milky & Caramel. • Sugar 14% Fat 48%. • Shelf life: 14 months*. • 20 chocolate blocks per box. • Sugar 33% Fat 40%. • Shelf life: 14 months*. • 20 chocolate blocks per box. • Sugar 35% Fat 39%. • Shelf life: 14 months*. • 20 chocolate blocks per box. • Sugar 37% Fat 36%. • Shelf life: 8 months*. • 20 chocolate blocks per box. 43 NIBBLES SELECTION "Bouchées" A range of bouchée recipes in a slightly more generous portion. Unit weight : 35 g - 45 g. Chocolate Ganaches Dark Milk OBLIQUE NOIR......................... 3888 OBLIQUE LAIT.......................... 3889 Dark chocolate ganache made from Grand Cru Guanaja 70%. Milk chocolate ganache made from Grand Cru Jivara 40%. • Decorated with a touch of gold. • Powerful and lasting taste. • Melting texture. • Box of 30 chocolates. • Decorated with a touch of silver. • Caramel and vanilla notes. • Melting texture. • Box of 30 chocolates. Giandujas Milk Dark Milk White BAR'ROC................................. 12039 BIGOUDINE...............................3897 CROQUANTINE LAIT................. 4291 CROQUANTINE IVOIRE.............3895 Gianduja interior. Milk chocolate Gianduja with Breton crêpe flakes. Milk chocolate Gianduja with crisp cereals. Handmade dark chocolate Gianduja with crisp cereals. • Decorated with cubes of dried apricot and chopped almonds. • Nutty notes. • Melting, crunchy texture. • Box of 30 chocolates. • Decorated with dark chocolate. • Nutty notes. • Fine, crunchy texture. • Box of 30 chocolates. • Decorated with dark chocolate. • Nutty notes. • Fine, crunchy texture. • Box of 30 chocolates. • Decorated with bits of almond. • Notes of hazelnut. • Melting texture. • Box of 30 chocolates. "Gourmandes" Dark Dark Dark Dark ONDINE................................... 12248 SICILIA...................................... 3900 COCO....................................... 12269 OVALINE....................................3892 Salted caramel-filled bar. Almond paste and pistachio paste. Finely grated coconut paste. • Dark chocolate decoration. • Balanced with a hint of salted caramel. • Melting texture. • Box of 32 chocolates. • Decorated with green decor. • Finely balanced nutty taste. • Soft, tender texture. • Box of 32 chocolates. • Decorated with Ivoire white chocolate. • Intensely fruity flavor. • Soft, tender texture. • Box of 32 chocolates. Cardamom-infused coffee ganache on an orange fruit jelly base. 44 Not available in the US • Decorated with fruit and coffee-flavored chocolate. • Arabica coffee notes with tart notes. • A soft, melting texture. • Box of 32 chocolates. Nibbles Selection Pralinés Dark Dark Milk ROC NOIR..................................3893 ROC GRAINS............................ 4684 ROC LAIT.................................. 3894 Intense almond hazelnut praline. Almond praline with wafer-thin crêpe crumbs. Almond praline with wafer-thin crêpe crumbs. • Decorated with chopped hazelnuts. • Nutty notes. • Crispy texture. • Box of 24 chocolates. • 3 different shapes per sales unit. • Nutty notes. • Crispy texture. • Box of 24 chocolates. • 3 different shapes per sales unit. • Intense nutty taste with roasted notes. • Smooth, melting texture. • Box of 24 chocolates. • 3 different shapes per sales unit. 45 46 COFFEE BREAK RANGE 1 "Carrés" 2 "Éclats" 3 "Lingots" Our Coffee Break products make a tempting treat to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee in your office. They create a warm, positive feeling whether enjoyed in a restaurant or in the privacy your home. STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR VALRHONA GRAND CHOCOLAT BONBONS Storage Conditions upon delivery : Store the boxes, tightly closed, in a cool place away from light and humidity (recommended temperature: 4°C or 16°C). Avoid thermal shocks due to sudden temperature changes between storage room and display case. Such rapid temperature changes can cause chocolate bloom. ALLERGENS Pralinés, almond pastes, and Gianduja are all products made with nuts (almonds or hazelnuts) Presence of allergens : Nuts, among others. In the display case, maintain the temperature of the chocolates between 14°C and 18°C, with relative humidity (hygrometer reading) between 55% and 60%. The chocolates must be consumed before the Best By Date* listed on the package. *Best By Date (BBD): The date up to which the manufacturer guarantees the organoleptic qualities of the product. 47 SALES TIPS Choose Valrhona for your coffee breaks. A luxury brand without the luxury price tag Get your customers to try some of our Grand Chocolat Chocolate has such a precious and noble image that people savor it with passion, without the guilt, whereas cookies or biscuits are perceived as less "refined" and more fattening... Since it's creation in 1922, Valrhona has pursued the same objective:creating exceptional chocolates from the best cocoa beans worldwide and staying true to artisanal traditions. You're sure to improve your image if you carry Valrhona chocolate in your shop! A Valrhona chocolate bonbon doesn't have to cost more than a cookie biscuit or other sweet - A high-quality chocolate bonbon costs only 3 cents more than a Speculoos cookie biscuit*. - You can save up to 6 cents in comparison to the price of a mini-bar of nougat or a Calisson sweet*. * Prices found at Metro Wholesalers 48 Valrhona is committed to professionals Valrhona supports you in your professional pursuits, and understands what you really need. A wide choice of formats and prices available. Choose the format best-suited to your business and master your profitability. ENHANCE YOUR PRODUCT RANGE Diversify your gourmet timeouts with Celaya, the favorite hot chocolate for true chocolate lovers. SALES TIPS Coffee Break Range TIPS TO MAKE SURE YOUR CUSTOMERS' VISIT IS A MEMORABLE ONE 13:00 09:00 BREAKFAST Offer hot chocolate in the morning to start the day off well. GOURMET COFFEE Add a touch of refinement to your gourmet coffee selection with an exceptional chocolate. 17:00 21:00 AFTERNOON BREAK Offer your customers a moment of pure indulgence. EVENING WELL BEING Chocolate goes very well with a hot drink, and sets the tone for a lovely evening. 49 COFFEE BREAK "Carrés" Classic • Tasting • Symbolic. Dark Dark Dark Milk GUANAJA 70%............................ 510 CARAÏBE 66%............................. .511 MANJARI 64%........................... 1895 JIVARA 40%.............................. 1896 Bittersweet & Elegant. Balanced & Roasted. Pure Madagascar - Tart & Berries. Creamy & Chocolaty. It develops an astonishing bitterness, revealing a full aromatic range of warm notes. Grown on small cocoa farms in the Caribbean, this Mariage de Grands Crus has an exceptionally rich nose that gives way upon tasting to gentle aromas of dried fruit. It gives off the tart aroma of berries and dried fruit that this unusual Trinitario variety of Madagascar is known for. You will be won over by the pronounced flavor of its chocolate notes with creamy undertones, perfectly balanced with the final notes of vanilla and malt. "Éclats" Exclusive • Attractive • Practical Dark Dark Milk ÉCLAT NOIR................................ 5112 ÉCLAT ANDOA NOIR.................. 8197 ÉCLAT LACTÉ............................. 7457 Delicate sweet bitterness, strong and lingering on the palate, ÉCLAT NOIR (61%) will appeal to any chocolate connoisseurs. Organic, Fairtrade Blend of Grands Crus. Intense Citrus fruit & Bitterness. Intensely milky notes blend perfectly with the cocoa flavor that is at the heart of ÉCLAT LACTÉ (39%) a generously sweet chocolate. Packaging : 1 kg boxes A fresh attack with exceptional, bold bitter notes; the flavor develops throughout the tasting, leaving room for subtle nuances to develop and come to the fore. "Lingots" Warm • Generous • Distinguished. PERSONALIZED CHOCOLATES Milk LINGOTS.................................... 3782 Milk chocolate Gianduja and crêpe dentelle cookies. • Sweet, nutty notes. • A melting, crispy texture. Packaging : 2 kg boxes 50 Valrhona offers you the possibility to customize the wrappers, making the sweetest ambassador for your business. Coffee Break 51 Since October 2013, you can immerse yourself in the expertise of Valrhona at the Cité du Chocolat, an interactive and multi-sensory discovery experience. Find out what goes into a square of Valrhona chocolate through seven areas dedicated to discovery, tasting, and learning. Valrhona Inc. 222 Water Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 - US Tel. : 718 522 7001 - Fax : 718 522 7331 Valrhona Hong-Kong Office 12/F, Cheong Sun Tower, 118 Wing Lok Street, Sheung Wan - Hong-Kong Tel. : +852 3590 3262 - Fax : +852 3590 4955 [email protected] [email protected] www.valrhonapro.com VALRHONA - 26600 Tain l’Hermitage - FRANCE - Tél. : 0 800 15 15 02 [email protected] 52 DESIGN / ACHIEVEMENT : Insign - GB 12262_CATALOGUE NOEL 2015 - May 2015 - GINKO - P. Lippmann - Chapouillet - Noël Bouchut - © Shutterstock : Dustin Dennis - FreeSoulProduction. NON-CONTRACTUAL IMAGES. Valrhona Cité du Chocolat