An elegant and fruit-forward cup, Finca Zacatlami showcases a juicy, silky mouthfeel paired with balanced medium malic acidity and a smooth, clean finish. Expect a vibrant medley of red and black fruit layers, with tasting notes of strawberry, dark cherry, blueberry, and blood orange, all gently wrapped in a touch of caramel sweetness. A delightful choice for those who appreciate clarity and complexity in the cup.
CUP OF EXCELLENCE 2024 RANK 6
Origin: Mexico - Region: Veracruz
Farmer: Miguel Castelán Valdés
Altitude: 1,400 - 1,450 m - Varietal: Anacafe, Caturra
Process: Experimental - Natural
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The Zacatlami farm is located in the municipality of Totutla, in the state of Veracruz, in the mountainous central. The size of the farm is 40 hectares, with a height above sea level between 1350 and 1400 meters, the terrain is totally irregular, but with very good weather and optimal conditions for growing coee, the varieties that persist are: Caturra, Garnica and Mundo Novo, living with shade trees, mostly, Chalahuite (inga vera), Ixpepe (Trema micrantha), Encino (oak), in addition trees and shrubs in the area. During the year, we try to have the soil and the plants nourished with the help of compost and fertilizers that do not harm the soil. The harvesting of the grains is carried out in a very minuscule way, ensuring that the grain has optimal ripening. This particular batch was created by collecting 50% of Garnica, 40% from Caturra and 10% from Mundo Novo. The process was a semi-wash with fermentation controlled nature that guaranteed the development and cleaning of the notes. It was later dried in African beds in a greenhouse.
