COLOMBIA - FIDENCIO CASTILLO

Fidencio gives us a highly complex and aromatic filter cup. You'll notice an acidity reminiscent of raspberry and pomegranate. The sweetness lingers on the palate, and the texture brings to mind chocolate syrup and dark sugar. As espresso, it's an explosion of flavour — blueberry jam up front, with a round body and a very juicy finish.

Nearly 30 years ago, Don Fidencio Castillo began his journey as a coffee grower, planting his first 1,500 trees of the Caturra and Colombia varieties. Today, no fewer than 20,000 trees are in full production — a success made possible by the unwavering support of his family: his wife Esmeralda and their five daughters, who have turned El Pedregal into a true family enterprise. Inspired by their father's passion for coffee, three of his daughters — including the talented producer Francy — went on to study agronomy and food processing.

Finca El Pedregal was a pioneer in coffee cultivation in Arboleda. At the time, neighbours weren't growing coffee because of the low temperatures, which could dip as low as 10 to 12 °C. Despite that challenge, the farm's rich ecosystem makes it an exceptional place for producing high-quality coffee. You'll taste the terroir immediately in the cup!