French gourmet chocolatier Richart began the journey of their meteoric rise to fame in a chocolate factory located on the Croix- Rousse hill in Lyon France in 1925. Joseph Richart founded the Richart brand, and three generations later it remains one of the most respected chocolatiers in the world! Their chocolate gems are flown in on a regular basis from France to ensure the fresh and superior quality that they are so well known for.
Michel Richart continues the tradition and is appropriately known as "The Karl Lagerfeld of chocolate" in France. His brilliant and sophisticated chocolates are coveted by connoisseurs and chocolate lovers throughout the world. A strict dedication to obtaining and supplying the best of quality and a passion for the beauty in life is the standard that Richart was and continues to be built on.
7 Flavor Families :
Citrus- The sun-kissed vitamin-packed fruits of Hesperides family give you an energy boost. The fragrant essence of citrus that sparkles and fills you with a heady vitality. Kumquat Coulis, Orange Zest Coulis, Grapefruit Ganache.
Herbal- From an extraordinary, cool, and friendly garden, floats in the wild or powerful fragrances, the suave or subtle notes, of aromatic herbs. A perfumed bouquet, a delectable decoction, taking us back to our roots, to mother earth. Jasmine Tea ganache, Basil Ganache, Thyme Praline, Anise and Fennel Ganache.
Floral- Romantic freshness or heady voluptuousness: The scents go straight to the heart like a bouquet of flowers. The airy alpine note echoes in answer to the bewitching call of an exotic blossom. Rose Ganache, Ylang Ylang Ganache, lavender Ganache.
Spiced- Strong emotions, reminiscent of far away places where color rhymes with fragrance. Exoticism, mystery, sensuality, the provocative atmosphere, of the Orient , insolence, inebriation. A captivating multi-faceted world opens its doors to you. Cinnamon Ganache, Curry Praline, Ginger Ganache.
Balsamic- Like a soothing salve for the body and spirit; this is a return to Black Chocolate, powerful and full-bodied, yet tendered with the finest geographic and botanic pedigree, silky butter cream with exquisite cacao flavor. An ultra chic line for those who believe in purity, perfection, authenticity, and all things natural. Venezuela Cocoa Ganache, Haiti Cocoa Ganache, Licorice Ganache, Vanilla ganache.
Roasted- The crack and crunch of the roasted family evokes adventure with a capital A. An absolute harmony of roasting aromas, caramel, and an extra dose of authenticity. The savors are subtle and golden, conjuring images of warm burning coals that light you from inside. Almond Praline, Hazelnut Praline, Coffee Ganache, Caramel Coulis.
Fruity- Generous and playful, the fruity family is bursting with joie de vivre. and ushers in the bounty of summer harvests. A festive nectar, fresh like an apricot or strawberry, voluptuous like a chestnut or prune, fragrant like a pineapple, mango or passion fruit, in butter cream or sauce.
Richart has 15 shops around the world, but you may also have the pleasure of visiting them at www.richart-chocolates.com