Peru La Chacra - Skin Contact Process - DEMETER Biodynamic Coffee

La Chacra D'Dago is the only certified biodynamic farm in Peru. Established by third generation coffee producer Dagoberto Marin, the farm has evolved over the years by prioritising innovative cultivation methods, strict quality control and unique fermentation processes. 

With organic and biodynamic certifications from Demeter, Chacra D'Dago is a leading figure in environmental conservation, community engagement and biodiversity preservation within the coffee industry. 

The farm is home to a wide variety of trees, animals and wildlife. In addition to coffee, the farm also grows vegetables, macadamia nuts and apples and maintains four ponds with more than 3000 tilapia and other fish species. The mineral rich algae from these ponds are mixed with animal manure and compost to enrich the soil. 

This harmonious approach to farming and life has allowed the family to create a sustainable and prosperous farm that produces delicious and high quality coffee.

Skin Contact Process:
The Catigua and Yellow Obata varieties are fermented without water for 3 days at 10 degrees C with Geisha variety skin in a Grainpro bag, then dried on African beds for 25 days. This creates a sweet and balanced flavour caramel, golden raisins and blood orange. 

Country: Peru

Farm: La Chacra D'Dago

Process: Skin Contact

Varietal: Catigua, Yellow Obata

Certification: Demeter Biodynamic

Best results: Filter / Espresso