Tasting Notes: Red berries, caramelised almonds, citrus

SCA Cup Score: 85 What does this mean? 

Processing: Natural Anaerobic Fermentation

Varietal: Red Catuai

Growing Altitude: 1550 masl

What is it good for?: Great filter coffee such as V60 or Chemex. Espresso brings out the zesty orange and lemon acidity. 

Additional Notes: We are loving our Nicaraguan coffee at the moment and this is another winner. Makes a nice juicy filter in a pour over.

Finca Santa Maria de Lourdes is a 45ha farm owned by the Peralta family in San Fernando, Nueva Segovia. This single-varietal, single-plot microlot utilises a raised bed natural process with an extended anaerobic cherry fermentation.

The Peralta Family coffee-growing history dates back to the beginning of the 20th century, but it was only in 2008 that brothers Julio and Octavio shifted focus to developing unique specialty preparations. We are privileged to have known the Peraltas for several years and have always admired the attitude and values that they have brought to their operation. We are delighted to bring their microlots and special preparations to Europe. From single plot, single varietal separations to carefully controlled extended fermentations, the Peralta family continue to position themselves at the forefront of specialty coffee innovation.