Fazenda Isidro Pereira - Brasil Specialty Coffee WS

TASTING NOTES:  Milk chocolate, hazelnut, dried cherry, creamy mouthfeel, sweet finish

PRODUCER: Luis Paulo Pereira ORIGIN: Carmo De Minas ALTITUDE: 1250 M.A.S.L.  LATITUDE: 22° 7' S VARIETY: Yellow Bourbon PROCESS: Natural ROAST LEVEL: Medium

Produced by Luis Paulo Pereira in the Carmo De Minas region of Brasil, the Fazenda Isidro Pereira lot showcases the classic profile of the Yellow Bourbon varietal. This specific harvest is prepared using the natural process, a method often associated with enhancing the inherent sweetness and body of the bean. Roasted by Panther Coffee, the cup presents a balanced combination of milk chocolate and hazelnut, complemented by notes of dried cherry and a creamy mouthfeel.

When evaluating such coffees, enthusiasts often look for the interplay between the varietal’s characteristics and the influence of the drying process. While natural-processed coffees frequently exhibit heavier fruit tones and increased body, the specific terroir of Carmo De Minas provides a distinct foundation for these flavors. To better understand the nuances of this profile, one might reference the flavor wheel to identify the specific aromatic compounds that define this Brazilian specialty offering.