Tasting notes

Red Grape, Almond + Apple Blossom

Guatemala, Filter Roast, Washed Process

Origin Information

Country : Guatemala

Producer : Renardo Ovalle

Farm : Finca Los Pinos

Vairetals : Caturra, Bourbon

Region : Santa Barbara, Huehuetenango

Elevation : 1900 - 2250 MASL

Processing : Washed

Sourcing

Named after the large, old pine trees visible from the great height of the farm, Renardo Ovalle began planting several plots on Los Pinos with Caturra, Bourbon, and Pacamara in 2013 as an experiment. The resulting lots proved to have a distinct and unique character owning to the soil and height of the farm. This coffee undergoes a classic washed process. After handpicking to ensure only completely ripe cherries are processed, cherries are depulped and fermented for 24 hours before being dried on a patio until they reach the required humidity and moisture level.

The Santa Barbara region lies at the foothills of the Cuchumantanes mountain range - the highest non-volcanic mountain system in Central America. A unique mix of warm and cool air currents protects the area from frost, creating ideal conditions for coffee cultivation at elevations up to 2,000masl. Known for its limestone-rich soils and high pH levels, Huehuetenengo coffee is considered among the finest in Guatemala.