SHB SAN RAFAEL S.Z.
TARRAZÚ, COSTA RICA
TASTE CHARACTERISTICS
San Rafael RZ has a rich flavor and medium-high body combined with an intense aroma and a sharp aciditiy
VISUAL CHARACTERISTICS
Even, close bean cut screen size over 16
COFFEE TYPE
Arabica, washed, machine-dried
DESCRIPTION
Due south of San José you will find the majestic mountains of Tarrazú. Sheltered between the Pacific Coast, the Central Valley and the high peaks of the country ́s central mountain range, Tarrazú is one of the world's most famous coffee growing regions. This magnificent area, fondly known as the Area of the Saints, is considered to yield the most superb Strictly Hard Bean coffees in Costa Rica, grown at altitudes between 3,650 to 5,900 feet.
SPECIAL VARIETIES OR TYPES
Caturra, Catuai
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PRODUCTION FACTS |
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COUNTRY Costa Rica |
ALTITUDE RANGE from 1,200 to 2,000 m above sea level |
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REGION OF ORIGIN Tarrazú |
AVERAGE ANNUAL RAINFALL 2 2,000 mm per year and m |
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LOCATION (LAT/LON) 9°39'7.07"N / 84° 0'56.95"W |
HARVEST PERIOD normally from December through February |
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