MICRO-LOTS LAS PERLITAS (COLUMBIA) PINK BOURBON - WASHED
Estate / Micro-lots (Las Perlitas)
Region / Urrao
Country / Colombia
Variety / Pink Bourbon
Altitude / 1900 - 2300m
Processing / Washed
Tasting Notes / Peach - Citrus - Fragrant pear - Caramel
Grown on tiny micro-lots spanning between just 1 to 10 hectares, this rare lot is a testament to the dedication of smallholder farmers. The Pink Bourbon variety is notoriously difficult to cultivate due to its high susceptibility to plant diseases, making its overall global yield incredibly small and highly coveted. Hand-selected and processed using the traditional washed method, this coffee represents a beautiful synergy between vulnerable botanical rarity and pristine agricultural execution.
Every cup of Las Perlitas directly supports the smallholder families of Urrao who farm on a tiny scale. Because these producers cultivate plots of under 10 hectares, their individual harvests are often too small to be exported independently, forcing them to sell to commodity markets at a loss. The Las Perlitas project bridges this gap by evaluating and buying these exceptional micro-lots directly at a premium. By rewarding quality over quantity, this framework ensures small-scale growers receive the fair, stable income they deserve for preserving rare varieties, directly fueling the economic sustainability of their local communities.
Chouette secured this rare lot through a competitive auction, bringing home only a very limited amount. What makes this specific auction-won batch a crown jewel of Chouette’s portfolio is its extraordinary sensory performance. This coffee beautifully challenges the palate, standing out with two exceptional qualities: an incredibly rich sweetness paired with a velvety, structured texture, and a spectacularly clear, elegant acidity. As you brew, it unravels an exquisite flavor profile layered with juicy peach, crisp citrus, and fragrant pear. This vibrant fruitiness smoothly melts into a decadent caramel undertone, leaving a remarkably long, clean, and sweet finish that lingers beautifully.