MONTEBLANCO, Colombia
MONTEBLANCO, Colombia

MONTEBLANCO, Colombia

Regular price £11.45
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Raisin, Cooked peach, Watermelon, Panela

During every harvest, Finca Monteblanco yields distinctive microlots that compete globally, establishing themselves as sought-after selections in coffee competitions. Simultaneously, the farm consistently delivers exceptional, high-quality coffees tailored for a community of discerning coffee enthusiasts. For those who seek outstanding and rare coffee experiences, Finca Monteblanco remains a beacon of excellence, enticing the curious to indulge in the art of brewing extraordinary coffees.

This pink bourbon, washed processed, showcases this exceptional variety grown in the farm’s special conditions. This classic processing brings out the unique characteristics of the variety that inspired producer Rodrigo Sanchez to create a unique approach to cultivating specialty coffee.

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MONTEBLANCO, Colombia

200g / Whole bean

  • Chippenham

    Pickup available, usually ready in 24 hours

    Unit C11
    Bumpers Way
    Chippenham SN14 6LH
    United Kingdom

    +447511207973

  • Coffee House

    Pickup available, usually ready in 24 hours

    20 Borough Parade
    Chippenham SN15 3WL
    United Kingdom

What is score?

  • The SCA (Specialty Coffee Association) is the global body that sets the standards for specialty coffee. Their scoring system, based on a 100-point scale, evaluates coffees based on various factors like aroma, flavour, acidity, body, aftertaste, sweetness and balance. Coffees scoring 80+ are considered specialty grade, with those scoring 86+ representing the top tier of quality and complexity.

What is single origin?

  • Single origin means the coffee comes from one specific region, farm, or cooperative, rather than a blend from multiple places. This allows you to experience the unique characteristics of that area’s climate, soil, and processing methods.

What are tasting notes?

  • Tasting notes describe the natural flavours found in the coffee, such as chocolate, citrus, or floral tones. These are not added flavours but arise from the bean’s variety, growing conditions, and roasting process.

What is the processing method?

  • This refers to how coffee beans are removed from the cherry after harvesting, which influences their final taste.
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COFFEE OVERVIEW

NOTES: Raisin, Cooked peach, Watermelon, Panela
SCORE: 87.5
PRODUCER: Rodrigo Sanchez
ALTITUDE: 1,750 masl
VERIETAL: Pink Bourbon
PROCESSING: Washed

FINCA MONTEBLANCO

Finca Monteblanco is an 18-hectare family farm located in the San Adolfo municipality, above Pitalito. Managed by Rodrigo Sanchez, the farm has a rich legacy of coffee cultivation that started with his grandfather. Positioned on the crest of a hill, the farm’s wet and dry mill sits at the top, with coffee planted across the slopes below.

Finca Monteblanco is committed to maintaining consistent quality through rigorous monitoring and careful management of each stage of production and processing. The farm adapts to a changing climate by spreading out the harvest over ten months, ensuring that quality is maintained year-round. This commitment has led to Monteblanco producing microlots that are used in competitions worldwide.

RODRIGO SANCHEZ

Rodrigo Sanchez’s coffee journey began in 2002 when he participated in a local program teaching children of coffee producers how to cup coffee. This experience helped him understand the connection between farming practices and cup quality. Inspired, Rodrigo began researching ways to consistently produce high-quality coffee. While exploring his farm, he discovered Pink Bourbon, a variety his grandfather had unknowingly planted in the 1980s. In 2014, he planted three hectares of Pink Bourbon at Monteblanco, impressed by its adaptability, productivity, and resistance to leaf rust. This discovery has since become a cornerstone of Rodrigo's commitment to producing exceptional coffee.

WASHED PROCESSING

All cherries are measured for their degrees Brix to determine sugar content, with cherries between 24-27 degrees Brix typically processed as washed coffees. For this lot, cherries reached 27-28 degrees Brix. To ensure consistency, floaters are removed before depulping, which is done on the same day as harvest.

After depulping, the cherries undergo 37 hours of dry fermentation, are fully washed with clean water, and then transferred to a solar dryer for three days. The drying process is completed on shaded raised beds, taking 23-27 days to reach the optimal humidity level of 10.5-11%.

All cherries are measured for their degrees Brix to determine sugar content, with cherries between 24-27 degrees Brix typically processed as washed coffees. For this lot, cherries reached 27-28 degrees Brix. To ensure consistency, floaters are removed before depulping, which is done on the same day as harvest.

After depulping, the cherries undergo 37 hours of dry fermentation, are fully washed with clean water, and then transferred to a solar dryer for three days. The drying process is completed on shaded raised beds, taking 23-27 days to reach the optimal humidity level of 10.5-11%.