SELVA NEGRA ESCONDIDO WASHED

COFFEE HUNTERS STORY

In 2013, an unused area within the Selva Negra Farm was turned into a new plot by using seeds from “Reserva Kenya” plot. This plot is called “Escondido” , meaning hidden or secret in Spanish. Walking through the forest at the back of the “Reserva Kenya” plot at an elevation of 1,750m, a coffee plot planted with Kenya cultivar suddenly appears from the forest. This plot is undoubtedly a hidden place. While located at a high elevation on the slope of Santa Ana Volcano, the surrounding forest provides a windshield for the coffee trees. Standing in the middle of this round plot, one feels completely immersed in the surrounding nature with no desire to leave. It was in 2016 when the plot finally started to produce coffee. Surprisingly, the coffee produced there was superior to the ones in Reserva Kenya. As a result, the special brand “Grand Cru Café Limited” was awarded to this coffee.

Vintage characteristics

【Flavor Profile】It has a combined characteristic of a strong body, sweetness and a smooth mouthfeel. An intricate taste of various flavors spreading in the mouth.

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2019

The refreshing and juicy acidity, like Hassaku orange, turns into a gentle yet rich sweetness with a silky mouthfeel. The sweetness then spreads out quietly and steadfastly like ripples in the water with the aroma of a lively forest.

2018

Waffles, cream cheese, violets, and dates are all the variety of flavors appears in one bite. In contrast to the complexity of the aroma, the texture is like crystal clear spring water, and its aftertaste resembles a peaceful time in the forest.

2017

Thick milk flavor with a sweetness of cotton candy. Thick texture and intricate flavor with an aftertaste of vanilla, hazel nuts and grapes.

2016

Gentle mouthfeel spreads in the mouth resembling a high-quality silk. An aroma of La France pear gently melts with a sweet, moist flavor resembling milk caramel.