Lindt has been bought by Nestle, so I would not expect the quality to
improve and I am also not surprised at your experience.

It is a shame that the "big boys" are always trying to buy up the
quality producers and ruin them!

We can provide you with 71% bars (2.1 oz. for $2.25 each, plush
shipping). They are made from Callebaut Belgian chocolate and are far
superior to most anything else commercially available.