C042:
Farm/Producer: Rodrigo Sanchez
Region: Colombia, Pitalito, Huila
Process: Washed
Altitude: 1700 masl
Variety: Caturra, Bourbon
Cup Profile: Mango, Kiwi, Lime, Marie Biscuit
Background info:
We back again with our second lot from the famous Rodrigo Sanchez. Last time out we showcased Monteblanco Purple Caturra which was definitely a highlight of last year, quite an exotic lot.
This time we present to you another one of his farms located in the municipality of Acevedo El Progreso.This farm has been well equipped with its own wet mill and drying facilities making it possible to grow several exotic varieties such as Pink Bourbon, Pacamara and top-end Geisha.
They also grow some top quality Bourbon and Caturra varieties which has been the back bone of many great Colombian farms. This is what we decided to showcase, simple varieties with big flavour.
This particular lot is a blend of Bourbon and Caturra that has been harvested at an average of 24 to 28 Brix degrees. It has been pulped and fermented in a tank for 34 hours, washed and then parabolic dried for 18 to 22 days.
We have cupped this coffee on many occasions and it stands out for many reasons. On filter we picked up a prominent note of mango and kiwi, quite a tamed acidity of lime. This has complemented the espresso well as the lime and mango comes across quite bright but not tart. The milk drink was quite light with notes reminiscent of Marie Biscuit.