Guatemala - RFA San Pedro Necta El Peñon

Region: Huehuetenango; San Pedro Necta Altitude: 1400 - 1800 masl Variety: Caturra, Pache and Bourbon Processing: Washed Certification: Rainforest Alliance Notes: Cherry notes with some slight tropical fruit; pineapple. Full mouthfeel with chocolate, brown sugar and fig flavors. A sweet cup balanced with acidity, body and pleasant viscosity. Huehuetenango has produced coffee since the 19th century. Both a department/state and capital city, Huehuetenango's coffee growth can be found in the abundant high altitude mountains west and north of the city. Located in western Guatemala, bordered by the Mexican state of Chiapas, Huehuetenango department encompasses almost the entire length of Sierra de los Cuchumatanes mountain range. San Pedro Necta is a municipality located within Huehuetenango. Finca El Peñon is a single estate where production is overseen by Ivan Ovalle. With a degree in engineering, Ovalle is focused on producing high quality, sustainable coffees. Ensuring workers pick onl