Altisimo Taste the Rare Chocolate & Wine Pairing
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Altisimo Taste the Rare Chocolate & Wine Pairing
By Altisimo Chocolate, Coffee & Bistro
Chocolate and Wine Pairing tour.
One of the classic pairings with chocolate is wine. This is one of the only "rare chocolate" and wine pairing tours in Cuenca, Ecuador. One of our Chocolate Experts will guide you through a tasting tour of red and white wines paired with our amazing rare and mother tree chocolates. And it's only one block from Parque Calderon.
During a portion of the tour / pairing you will learn about the History of mother tree cacao in Ecuador is partly a well kept secret. Also about the saving and preservation of the Mother Heirloom trees. We use only this type of rare cacao in order to make the finest chocolate in the world. Preserve and Taste The Rare.
Come before or after your tour and enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner. We also serve wine, beer along with well and mixed drinks in addition to our ready to release Altisimo Khuya* Craft Cacao Sake' - you'll fall in Love again.
*Khuya is a Kichwa language word which means "Impassioned Love"
from per adult
$51.29
from per adult
$51.29
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Ages 0-105
Duration: 90–120 minutes
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German, English, French, Spanish
- Indulge in the flavors of three of our artisan truffles or bonbons, in addition to three samples from our current and/or not yet released 2020 Indulgence chocolate collection. Pre-selected by Altisimo
What's not included- Food and other drinks are not included. Food or other drinks or desserts are available for sale in our Bistro/Restaurant
- Departure details
- Altisimo Chocolate, Gran Colombia, Benigno Malo 8-86 y, Cuenca 010101, Ecuador Walking or by Tram: The Chocolate Factory is located just one block North of Parque Calderon, directly across from the City Museum. Take the Tram (future) to the Santa Domingo Church stop on Gran Colombia the walk 1-1/2 blocks East to the Chocolate Factory - Altisimo Chocolate, Coffee & Bistro
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Infant seats available
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 151045P3- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- How much is Altisimo Taste the Rare Chocolate & Wine Pairing?
- Altisimo Taste the Rare Chocolate & Wine Pairing price starts from $51.29. Discover and book Altisimo Taste the Rare Chocolate & Wine Pairing on Tripadvisor
- What is the Altisimo Taste the Rare Chocolate & Wine Pairing cancellation policy?
- Altisimo Taste the Rare Chocolate & Wine Pairing cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Altisimo Taste the Rare Chocolate & Wine Pairing on Tripadvisor
- Which company provides Altisimo Taste the Rare Chocolate & Wine Pairing?
- Altisimo Taste the Rare Chocolate & Wine Pairing is hosted by Altisimo Chocolate, Coffee & Bistro. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Altisimo Chocolate, Coffee & Bistro on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Altisimo Taste the Rare Chocolate & Wine Pairing on Tripadvisor
- How much time do I need for Altisimo Taste the Rare Chocolate & Wine Pairing?
- On average, this experience will take approximately 1h 30m. Discover and book Altisimo Taste the Rare Chocolate & Wine Pairing on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 151045P3
Itinerary
- You'll start atAltisimo ChocolateGran Colombia, Benigno Malo 8-86 y, Cuenca 010101, EcuadorWalking or by Tram: The Chocolate Factory is located just one block North of Parque Calderon, directly across from the City Museum. Take the Tram (future) to the Santa Domingo Church stop on Gran Colombia the walk 1-1/2 blocks East to the Chocolate Factory - Altisimo Chocolate, Coffee & BistroSee address & details
- 1Altisimo ChocolateStop: 2 hoursOne of the classic pairings with wine is chocolate. Learn how wines compliment and bring out the unique flavors of our rare chocolate with each sip of wine and bite of chocolate. Indulge in our three of our artisan truffles or bonbons in addition to three samples from our current and/or not yet released 2020 Indulgence chocolate collection made with rare cacao from Ecuador and Peru paired with four wines developed and handcrafted in-house. NOTE: Chocolate sample selections will be made in advance by our Altisimo chocolate maker. You will also learn a brief history of Cacao in Ecuador; from the beginning of time to the plague of the 1920's that almost destroyed Ecuador's prized crop. To the almost century long genetic modification to the current saving efforts and reforestation of the heirloom mother trees that we use to make our chocolate. Please allow 90-120 minutes for this tour and tasting experience.Read more
- You'll return to the starting point
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00It’s cerrada (closed).
I was having lunch at Las Cruces and I struck up a conversation with the expat American couple next to me. We were …
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00If you’re a real chocolate enthusiast, don’t miss it!!
If you like chocolate, this will open you a brand new world!! Super interesting tour and tasting of REAL chocolate,…
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00Eye opening, delicious and unique chocolate experience
We went to Altisimo with the idea of having a snack but we ended up having an incredible experience. Their chocolat…
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00The Rarest of Chocolate
I was really impressed with Jim's passion and knowledge of Cacao in Ecuador. He not only talks about the difficulty…
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