LE PIANTAGIONI LAB #106
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Brazil – Fazenda Monte Alegre
Brazil – Fazenda Samambaia
India – Vellakadai estate
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Le Piantagioni Coffee Bean – LAB #106 Blend
Brazil – Fazenda Samambaia
Botanical variety: Yellow Catucaì, Yellow Catuaì, Acaiàs
Processing: natural
Harvest: June – August
Drying: Sun dried, on patios and suspended beds
Altitude: 950 – 1.200 m asl
Quality: NY2 / 17-18
Nestled in the verdant hills of Brazil's Sul de Minas, where rivers carve nature's perfect blueprint for coffee cultivation, is the renowned Fazenda Samambaia. This exquisite estate, run by the fourth generation of the coffee-obsessed Cambraia family, produces some of the world's most superior coffee beans.
Henrique Cambraia, the family's current steward, ensures every bean is nurtured to perfection, incorporating innovative farming techniques and sustainable practices. His commitment to quality, supported by extensive research, has resulted in award-winning coffees celebrated in international competitions as Brazil's finest. Experience the rich legacy of coffee excellence with every sip of Fazenda Samambaia's extraordinary brew.
Brazil – Fazenda Monte Alegre
Botanical variety: Acaiá e Catuaì
Processing: washed
Harvest: May – September
Drying: Sundried on patios
Altitude: 1.000 – 1.100 m asl
Quality: NY2
Immerse yourself in the profound heritage of the Monte Alegre Farm, a revered producer of exceptional coffee since the early 20th century. Under the dedicated stewardship of the Vieira Family since 1917, the estate has evolved to specialize in premier coffees that stand as a testament to the rich terroir of southern Minas Gerais, Brazil's prime coffee-producing region.
Monte Alegre Farm is synonymous with sustainability and meticulous management. With over 20% of the estate designated as a nature reserve, biodiversity thrives. Extensive sustainable measures such as water recycling, reforestation, integrated waste management, and innovative use of fertilizers embody their respect for nature.
Our choice selection is a fully washed coffee, handpicked and processed with water-saving techniques before sun-drying on patios. Its vibrant character and incredible consistency reflect the inherent quality of Brazilian arabica, making it a sublime addition to our specialty blends. Experience Monte Alegre - a perfect blend of tradition, quality, and sustainability.
India – Vellakadai estate
Botanical variety: 65% Sel. 795, 15% Sel. 9, 20% Kent and others
Processing: washed, in fermentation tanks (plantation)
Harvest: December-January
Drying: Sun dried, on patios
Altitude: 1.300 – 1.600 m asl
Quality: A
Enveloped in the picturesque Shevaroy Hills of India's Tamil Nadu state, you'll find the Vellakadai estate, a sanctuary of premium coffee cultivation nestled between tangerine trees and sheltered by a lush forest canopy.
At the helm is Ramesh Raja, a respected coffee exporter, whose unwavering passion for green coffee cultivation, both Robusta and Arabica, fuels the estate's pursuit of excellence. This family-run estate, boasting 50 years of coffee devotion, places painstaking attention to detail at every stage, from hand-harvesting to careful selection of only the finest cherries.
With every sip of Vellakadai coffee, you taste not only the quality of the beans but the passion, dedication, and time-honored traditions that have made it one of India's most esteemed coffees. Experience the exceptional with Vellakadai.Setting 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
