Description
96 points by coffeereview.com! "Opulent, fruit-saturated, vibrant. Passionfruit, raspberry liqueur, star jasmine, dark chocolate, and sugarcane in aroma and cup. Sparkling, sweet-tart acidity; plush, syrupy mouthfeel. The finish is long and resonant, carrying berry and floral sweetness with a grounding chocolate depth."
Colombia Vergara Lasso Natural
Naturally processed Java varietal from producers Nestor Lasso & Jhoan Vergara. As sweet and juicy as they come, tasting notes of tropical fruit juice punch, jasmine and cocoa.
The Peñas Blancas Coffee Processing Center in Acevedo, Huila, is led by two of Colombia’s most innovative producers, Nestor Lasso and Jhoan Vergara. By creating a centralized hub for processing, they have opened doors for smallholder farmers to access world-class techniques and consistently deliver high-quality coffee to international markets. Built on collaboration, education, and sustainability, Peñas Blancas brings together producers, agronomists, and industry professionals through training and workshops, ensuring that families who depend on coffee as their primary livelihood can improve both their practices and their income. Under the guidance of Lasso’s expertise in experimental processing and Vergara’s deep knowledge of farm management, producers who once struggled with accessibility, quality control, and market reach now have the support of centralized and carefully supervised facilities.
The Java variety offered through Peñas Blancas carries a rich lineage, tracing its roots back to Ethiopia before making its way through Indonesia, Cameroon, Costa Rica, and eventually throughout Central America. Closely related to the Abysinia landrace, Java stands out for its resilience against coffee leaf rust and berry disease while showcasing a remarkable cup quality. Known for its complexity, it offers vibrant fruit notes complemented by delicate floral aromatics, making it one of the most celebrated varieties among discerning coffee drinkers.
This offering comes from the region of Acevedo, Huila, grown at an altitude of 1,750 meters and produced at the Peñas Blancas Coffee Mill by Nestor Lasso and Jhoan Vergara. The variety is Java, naturally processed, and harvested from October to December, yielding a coffee that is as much a story of heritage and resilience as it is of flavor and craftsmanship.
