Guatemala Antonio Medina Pacamara Washed NW #2

This washed Pacamara was produced at Finca La Colina, located in Chimaltenango, Antigua, Guatemala. The lot received national recognition at the Guatemala Cup of Excellence and was selected as a National Winner.

Bright notes of apple and soft apricot sweetness are complemented by delicate floral aromatics and an elegant violet-like finish. It is a refined and expressive cup with the rich sweetness and layered character associated with the Pacamara variety.

Finca La Colina, managed by Antonio Medina, takes its name from the Spanish word for “the hill.” The name was chosen by Antonio’s father in reference to the farm’s elevated location.

The original farm owned by his father was later divided into several smaller plots and passed down to his children. Antonio inherited one of these plots, marking the beginning of his own journey as a coffee producer.

When Antonio first inherited the land, he cultivated staple crops such as corn and beans. However, he had long dreamed of establishing a coffee farm of his own.

As a young man, he worked at several coffee farms, gaining valuable knowledge and practical experience. Drawing on these skills, he planted his first coffee trees in 1991 and gradually expanded both the cultivated area and the farm’s production over time.

Today, Finca La Colina primarily cultivates Caturra and Bourbon. Antonio is also considering introducing additional varieties to further expand the farm’s potential.

The farm is planning to introduce African-style raised drying beds to improve control during the drying process. Through these developments, Antonio aims to continue refining and improving the quality of his coffees.