COLUMBIA Finca Monteblanco Geisha
Description
Processing: Washed; Score: 88 pts
Bright taste with citrus notes, cocoa, floral hints, lemongrass, mango, and pineapple.
Roasting Profile: Suitable for Espresso; Filter
Grinding: Whole Beans (Standard Delivery)
Degassing Period: Espresso 10-14 days; Filter 7 days
To ensure you receive freshly roasted coffee, at KESTAR COFFEE, coffee is roasted only to order and is available as whole beans (standard) or ground, delivered in special packaging with a degassing valve.
If you want to receive ground coffee, before completing your order, mention your preference in the "ORDER COMMENTS" section—whether for espresso, filter, Turkish coffee, etc.
Processing: Washed; Score: 88 pts
Bright taste with citrus notes, cocoa, floral hints, lemongrass, mango, and pineapple.
Monteblanco Farm, located along the winding mountain roads of Vereda La Tocora in the municipality of San Adolfo, above Pitalito, is a family-owned farm managed by Rodrigo Sanchez Valencia, following the cherished coffee-growing tradition passed down from his grandfather. The 14-hectare estate rests atop a hill, with the wet mill and drying facilities positioned at the summit, overlooking the sloping coffee fields below.
Rodrigo Sanchez Valencia's pride in Finca Monteblanco's unique coffee stems from meticulous techniques and processes, including rigorous monitoring, strategic planning, and precise processing methods tailored to each lot. The discovery and cultivation of varieties such as Purple Caturra and Geisha highlight Rodrigo’s commitment to innovation and quality improvement.
In 2002, Rodrigo participated in a local program aimed at educating children from coffee-producing families in the art of coffee tasting. Before this, coffee had never been considered in terms of its cup profile by Rodrigo and his family. Through mastering the ability to distinguish coffee profiles, Rodrigo, alongside his father and grandfather, began linking their agricultural practices to the distinct attributes observed in the cup.
Numerous techniques and processes have significantly elevated the quality of coffee at Finca Monteblanco. A key factor is the meticulous approach to harvesting and processing, which has adapted over time to changing climatic conditions. Through careful monitoring and adjustments to dispersed harvest periods throughout the year, Rodrigo and his team ensure the optimal ripeness and quality of the coffee cherries. Additionally, the use of state-of-the-art processing facilities, such as the Aromas del Sur dry mill in Pitalito, further enhances the quality and consistency of the final product.
This fully washed lot from Finca Monteblanco showcases the refined qualities of the Geisha variety, with delicate floral notes of orange blossom and black tea, complemented by a vibrant mandarin acidity and a smooth, sweet vanilla finish.