Finca El Faldon

Finca El Faldon is back! Following a debut in our portfolio this year, we are excited to share more coffee from Cup of Excellence winning producer Luis Giraldo. Grown at over 1800m, this sweet, sparkling Caturra is a showcase of Colombian terroir and meticulous washed processing.

The Cup

Bright and sparkling, with notes of cherry cola, apple, and apricot. Light on the palate, but deliciously sweet, like nougat and candied fruit. Defined, malic acidity keeps the profile fresh and juicy.

The Farm

Luis Felipe Leguizamo Giraldo and his brother are co-owners of Finca El Faldon. As members of Asociación Los Naranjos, they are leaders in their community and support fellow farmers in their efforts to improve their quality. In 2011, Finca El Faldon won the first prize at the Cup of Excellence with an unprecedented price of $45/lb.

Located in southwestern Colombia, Huila is nestled in-between the Central and Eastern ranges of the Andes, with the middle area called the Magdalena Valley. The variation in elevation results in Huila being one of the most unique and complex regions for coffee in Colombia. Its terroir, climate, and harvest cycles all contribute to the quality of coffee produced here.

The Process

Colombia is best-known for its washed coffees, with clarity and complexity that remains unique. The coffee is picked ripe and de-pulped the same day, then fermented in tanks for between 12–36 hours. The coffee is washed clean of remaining mucilage before being dried either on patios.