Colombia · Washed
Colombia, Finca Alcatraz, Wilfredo Ule Vargas, Caturra
Roasted by Sightglass Coffee
Bright and juicy washed Caturra with notes of riesling, honeycomb and crème brûlée.
From the roaster
First of three releases from Wilfredo in 2026. We are kicking off with a washed Caturra offering that made us fall in love with Finca Alcatraz in 2011. Bright and juicy, with a full, sweet body, this coffee shines with notes reminiscent of riesling, honeycomb and crème brûlée.
— Sightglass Coffee
Context
Wilfredo Ule Vargas's Caturra from Finca Alcatraz represents Colombia's tradition of refined, accessible washed coffees. Caturra, a compact Bourbon descendant widely cultivated across Colombia, tends toward balanced acidity and chocolate-forward profiles—though individual lots vary significantly. Sightglass Coffee's interpretation emphasizes floral and caramelized dimensions: riesling, honeycomb, and crème brûlée. The washed process typically brightens and clarifies a coffee's inherent character, supporting these clean, pronounced flavors. This lot offers a window into how Colombian producers and roasters collaborate to highlight complexity within a widely planted varietal.
In the Encyclopedia
Frequently asked questions
Where is Colombia, Finca Alcatraz, Wilfredo Ule Vargas, Caturra grown?
Colombia, Finca Alcatraz, Wilfredo Ule Vargas, Caturra, roasted by Sightglass Coffee, is sourced from Huila, Colombia.
What does Colombia, Finca Alcatraz, Wilfredo Ule Vargas, Caturra taste like?
Expect tasting notes of riesling, honeycomb, and crème brûlée.
How is Colombia, Finca Alcatraz, Wilfredo Ule Vargas, Caturra processed?
Colombia, Finca Alcatraz, Wilfredo Ule Vargas, Caturra uses the Washed process.
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