Peru Perfiles

Origin

• 🇵🇪 Peru· Cajamarca

Tasting notes

Character

• Comforting
  20
• Funky
  20

Name: Perfiles Producer: Various SmallholdersSmallholderA farmer growing coffee on a small family plot — often under two hectares. Most of the world's coffee is grown this way, typically pooled at cooperatives or washing stations. Origin: Chontalí, Pomahuaca, Sallique, and Jaen. Varietal: BourbonBourbonOne of the two foundational arabica varieties (with Typica), named after Île Bourbon (Réunion). Sweet, balanced, caramel-leaning; parent of countless modern cultivars., CaturraCaturraA natural dwarf mutation of Bourbon found in Brazil: compact plants, easier picking, bright and clean cup. A workhorse across Latin America. Altitude: 1900-2050 metres above sea level Process: NaturalNatural processThe whole cherry is dried with the fruit still on the seed. Gives heavier body and big fruit flavors — think berries and wine — sometimes with a fermenty edge. Flavours: Lychee, Hops & Marmalade Importer: Covoya Where is it from? About This Coffee This is one of two natural lots sourced form Perfiles co-operative in Chontali, Cajamarca. The co-operative was formed in 2019 and comprises 219 members across the districts Chontalí, Pomahuaca, Sallique, and Jaen. This lot is naturally processed, whereby ripe cherries are sun-dried on raised beds and cement patios. The Region Pomahuaca, nestled within the Chontali region of Peru, exudes a unique charm that stems from its distinctive cultural tapestry and the resilient spirit of its inhabitants. What makes Pomahuaca stand out is its rich cultural heritage, woven into the fabric of daily life. The community showcases a remarkable fusion of indigenous traditions, as evidenced by vibrant festivals, intricate handicrafts, and captivating rituals that have been passed down through generations. The people of Pomahuaca are known for their unwavering connection to the land, engaging in agricultural practices that not only sustain their livelihoods but also embody a deep respect for nature. Chontalí is one of the twelve districts of the province of Jaén, which in turn is one of thirteen provinces in the Cajamarca department. Being in the upper basin of the Huayllabamba river makes it an ideal area for agricultural production. In addition, this region is characterized by having a diverse leafy forests and an extensive varietyVariety (cultivar)The botanical subtype of the coffee plant — Gesha, Bourbon, SL28 — analogous to grape varieties in wine. A major driver of cup character alongside origin and process. of orchids, many of which have not been studied in their entirety. The region of Jaen is a tropical forest that has a warm climate all year round. The city of Jaen, taking the same name as the region, is considered as one of the hottest cities in the country. The hot weather is compensated by frequent and refreshing rains throughout the year but mostly concentrated in the months of Decembe