Overall Score
99/100
Award Issued
PLATINUM Medal
Product Brand
St. Dalfour
Product Name
Fruit Spread
Product Flavor
Blueberry
Country
United States
Our French sensory collective comments
The jury's assessment of the St. Dalfour Blueberry Fruit Spread highlights its superior sensory attributes, encapsulating a harmonious blend of evocative aroma, visually appealing presentation, intriguing texture, and perfectly balanced flavor. This artisanal product, with its unique and lasting aftertaste, is lauded for its ability to transport the taster to a forest setting, reflecting a mastery of craft and a testament to its top-tier excellence.
Product description
St. Dalfour Blueberry Fruit Spread is a rich, naturally sweet spread made with plump, sun-ripened blueberries and crafted in France using an authentic, time-honored recipe. Unlike conventional jams, it is made with 100% fruit and sweetened only with natural grape and date juice, preserving the true essence of the blueberries without added cane sugar. Its flavor profile is deep and well-rounded—bursting with the bold, juicy sweetness of ripe blueberries, balanced by a subtle hint of tartness. The texture is luxuriously smooth with real pieces of fruit, creating a rich and satisfying spread that enhances any dish.
St. Dalfour taste description
Taste: St. Dalfour Blueberry Fruit Spread offers a vibrant, naturally sweet blueberry flavor with a subtle tartness, reminiscent of fresh, sun-ripened berries. Sweetened exclusively with natural fruit juices (grape and date), it preserves the authentic, pure taste of blueberries, allowing their rich, fruity depth to shine. Unlike overly sugary jams, this spread provides a well-balanced, refined flavor with a clean, refreshing finish. Texture: The texture is luxuriously smooth yet thick, with tender pieces of real blueberries for a delightful, fruit-forward experience. It spreads effortlessly, maintaining a rich, velvety consistency—ideal for spreading on toast, mixing into yogurt, or pairing with pastries and cheeses.
Our F.L.A.V.O.R results
FORM
The fruit spread's visually appealing appearance, described as viscous, shiny, and uniform, whets the appetite and suggests a well-crafted, high-quality product. The judge's positive assessment of the visual aspects indicates a professionally executed presentation that aligns with the expected standards for a premium fruit spread.
100/100
LINGER
The fruit spread's aftertaste is both complex and light, lingering with a delightful combination of sweet, fruity, and woody notes. The judge's assessment of the aftertaste as "extremely memorable" and "truly unique and lasting" underscores the product's exceptional quality and ability to leave a lasting impression on the palate.
100/100
AROMA
The fruit spread's aroma is a delightful blend of fruity, floral, and subtle woody notes, creating a lightly sweet and evocative scent that transports the taster to a forest setting. The judge's description of the aroma as "sending you in the forest" captures the product's ability to evoke a sense of natural, wild abundance.
98/100
VITALITY
The fruit spread's flavor profile is perfectly balanced, with a seamless, harmonious blend of sweet, floral, and fresh notes. The judge's description of the "slightly sweet taste of the forest with plenty of freshness" showcases the product's ability to capture the essence of high-quality, minimally processed fruit, without being overpowering or artificial.
98/100
OVERALL TEXTURE
The fruit spread's velvety, thick, and dense texture, with an irregular surface and small seeds, provides an intriguing and complex mouthfeel. The judge's evaluation of the unique textural characteristics suggests a handcrafted, artisanal product that delivers a distinctive and memorable sensory experience.
100/100
REFINEMENT
The St. Dalfour Blueberry Fruit Spread is a well-crafted, premium product that excels in its sensory attributes. The judge's positive evaluation, noting the product's ability to evoke a nostalgic, childhood-inspired experience, suggests a high level of authenticity and attention to detail in the product's development.
100/100