Colombia Wilton Benitez | Piendamo Cauca

Summary

This exceptional Red Bourbon comes from Colombia's southern Cauca region, where the relatively even terrain provides stable, ideal conditions for growing high-quality coffee. Sourced from smallholder farmers near Granja Paraiso 92, the cherries are handpicked at peak ripeness and delivered to the cutting-edge processing facility of Wilton Benitez in Piendamo. There, the coffee undergoes a carefully controlled 36-hour fermentation, followed by depulping, washing, and meticulous drying. The result is a stunningly clean, vibrant cup—crafted with precision and passion—exclusively for our green bean supplier, Far More. Wilton Benitez is a pioneer in Colombia's specialty coffee scene, celebrated for pushing the boundaries of processing innovation. With a background in chemical engineering, he brings scientific precision to every step—applying techniques inspired by the wine, beer, and cheese industries. From thermal shock (hot and cold water immersion) to controlled fermentation with specific microorganisms, Wilton tailors each lot to maximize complexity and flavor expression. Working in Cauca and Huila, Wilton works sustainably and selects only the finest cherries. His coffees are known for vivid, layered profiles—think tropical fruits, red berries, chocolate, and caramel.

Details

Format

Bean

Roast profile

Filter

Decaffeinated

No

Producer

Wilton Benitez

Altitude

1700 - 2100 m.a.s.l

Variety

Red Bourbon

Notes

Grape, Starfruit

The roaster

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