LE PIANTAGIONI LA CUMBRE (Competition Crop)
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They are the bona fide cream of the crop, usually graded to have a cupping score of at least 85 points. They are the competition crop used to represent the region or country. Or reserved crop with equivalent or better quality, specially allocated to distinguish roasters. Le Piantagioni’s veterans meticulously roast coffee to develop the flavours to reach its peak.
Once Limited Edition
Due to the limited size of the crop, only a few hundred or thousands of kg can be produced a year, which was once classified as a special reserve limited edition. Le Piantagioni worked with the crop owner to expand the plantation and increase the yield. This results in a greater supply for this harvest.
EL SALVADOR – Finca La Cumbre
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Le Piantagioni Coffee Bean – LA CUMBRE
EL SALVADOR – Finca La Cumbre
Botanical variety: 100% Bourbon
Processing: Natural
Harvest: End of December – half of February
Drying: sun dried, on pathios
Altitude: 1.500 – 1.600 m asl
Quality: SHG EP
Nestled in the Ilamatepec department, near the majestic Volcàn de Santa Ana, resides the distinguished La Cumbre estate. Managed by the seventh-generation coffee expert Emilio Lopez, this estate thrives on a blend of tradition and innovation.
La Cumbre, translating to "the peak," is aptly named as it sprouts from the highest area of the renowned Finca El Manzano. This altitude, coupled with Emilio's devotion to coffee, results in a product that resonates with a more pronounced fruity scent and outshines even the already exceptional quality of its sister estate.
Emilio's dedication to quality and innovation is evident in every aspect of La Cumbre. From the selection of coffee varieties to the meticulous tracking of the coffee's journey, every detail is carefully managed. The estate's state-of-the-art machinery and professional expertise ensure each batch of coffee undergoes rigorous analysis and cupping in the laboratory, offering a coffee experience that is fully traceable from the plot to the final packed bag.
At La Cumbre, quality is not just a commitment—it's a way of life. Experience the unique blend of tradition and innovation that makes La Cumbre's coffee truly exceptionalSetting the bar above cafe quality
Le Piantagioni History
It started in 1893 when brothers Antonio and Luigi Meschini arrived in Italy from Switzerland. They became involved in the roasting and retailing coffee and created their first coffee brand Arcaffè.
The company survived the World War and economic recessions. The destruction destroyed the company, but it rose from the ash each time and rebuilt itself.
Coffee Legend Enrico Meschini
Enrico Meschini, taking over his family’s company in 1986, revolutionized Italian coffee practices using scientific methods for quality assessment.
In 1996, Enrico established the Certified Specialty Coffee (CSC) certification, ensuring consistent, high-quality coffee through rigorous inspections, and protecting consumers from counterfeit coffee.
Access to genuine specialty coffee
Meschini’s expertise led him to become a juror at the esteemed Cup of Excellence, often called the ‘Oscars of the coffee world’.
His role at this grand coffee grading competition allowed him to directly negotiate with top-tier farmers, securing specialty coffees near competition grade at fair prices.
Discovery of Le Piantagioni
Le Piantagioni del Caffè, a small business roasting single-estate coffees, was founded in 1994. Enrico Meschini, joined the company in 1999, initially as a minority shareholder, and later as the majority shareholder.
Enrico’s innovative approach breathed new life into the business: the numerous trips to source countries to meet with producers in person, combined with his knowledge, improved the quality and consistency of the roasted coffees.
Absolute Quality
Enrico’s daughter, a Molecular Biology graduate Prunella joined the company and spearheaded the research and development of new coffees.
The company maintains quality through daily lab testing of coffee batches and assigning individual roasting profiles to each estate’s coffee. Coffees are roasted separately and blended after roasting to maintain distinct aromas, with the roasting process overseen by a master roaster.
Two main categories
Di Piantagione coffee is single-estate coffee, individually processed to preserve the unique aromas of each location and respect the growers’ craftsmanship. This caters to customers desiring a distinct and pure aromatic profile in their coffee.
Specialty People Blends are quality everyday coffees made by combining single-estate coffees, creating a range of flavours and complexity. They can be appreciated without expert knowledge, making them a good starting point for those new to specialty coffee.
Le Piantagioni. Italy’s finest
Quality will always be the key strength of Le Piantagioni.
Though emphasizes quality control through daily sampling, laboratory analysis of their coffee, and cup results. Le Piantagioni maintains consistency through its stringent quality criteria that must always be met. Their commitment to quality was recognized with Forbes Magazine featuring them as the sole Specialty Coffee category recipient in the top 100 Italian producers, marking Le Piantagioni as a symbol of the finest Italian coffee.
Coffee for Home, Cafes and Restaurants
All our coffees have been destoned and scanned for hidden foreign objects. They are roasted to be suitable for any coffee machine and will not cause any damage.
The coffees are gas flushed with the leading Modified Atmosphere Packaging machines designed especially for preserving coffee. This seals the coffee to remain in a consistent condition with minimal deterioration in the first 6 months and can be stored for up to 18 months.
Users can enjoy the benefit of purchasing our coffee in larger quantities with better inventory control and cost savings.
To know more, visit https://www.lepiantagionidelcaffe.com
