Description
Jean Vilhena Santa Monica Estate
Pink Bourbon (columbian high end varietal)
Micro Lot : BATCH 16C
AROMA
Sweet – floral and inviting
FLAVOR Molasses, cane sugar, cherry and orange
ACIDITY Bright, citric, vivid and refreshing
BODY Delicate and smooth
FINISH Pleasant and clean
CUP NOTES
Sweet — Molasses · Cane Sugar
Bright Citric Acidity · Cherry · Orange · Floral
Delicate Body · Pleasant Finish
SENSORIAL PROFILE
SWEETNESS ………………………….. Molasses · Cane Sugar
ACIDITY ……………………………….. Bright Citric
AROMA ………………………………….. Floral
FRUIT ……………………………………. Cherry · Orange
BODY …………………………………….. Delicate
FINISH …………………………………… Pleasant
THE ORIGIN
Jean Vilhena Faleiros is one of the most respected specialty coffee producers in Brazil, based at Santa Monica Farm in Ibiraci, Minas Gerais, at an elevation of 1,200 metres in the Alto Mogiana region. The farm hosts over 10,000 square metres of African drying beds, the largest in Brazil, alongside advanced temperature-controlled fermentation facilities. Each lot is produced without synthetic chemicals and with meticulous yeast-specific protocols that define the character of every batch.
Ibiraci | Minas Gerais
1,200m | Brazil
Region Details
South of Minas Gerais boasts ideal natural features for specialty coffee production, including rich soils, abundant sunshine, and altitudes from 900 to 1,500 meters. Known for its outstanding terroir, this region consistently yields distinctive coffees that excel in top competitions like the Cup of Excellence. It includes cities such as Conceição das Pedras, Alfenas, Boa Esperança, Varginha, Guaxupé, Pedralva, and many others
Here’s how Brazil’s processing methods roughly break down:
| Processing method | Approximate share of Brazilian production | Relative rarity |
|---|---|---|
| Natural (dry process) | 60–75% | Very common |
| Pulped Natural (Honey) | 20–35% | Common |
| Fully Washed | 5–10% | Uncommon |
