Brazil
Mantiqueira de Minas
Paulo Nelci da Silva
Sitio São Bartolomeu
Red Catuai
Fermented
June–August
Brown Sugar, Raisin
1300 meters
N/A
60 kg
EU - Hamburg, Germany - Schwarze
The Silva family’s coffee-growing history is a legacy of dedication and passion passed down through generations. It began with the early patriarchs and was carried forward from parents to children, with knowledge that has been refined over time. Today, this deep-rooted connection to coffee is shared by Paulo Nelci da Silva and his sons, Marcelo Edmar da Silva and Fábio Junho da Silva, along with their wives, forming a united and committed team.
At the heart of this legacy is Sítio São Bartolomeu, a property handed down from generation to generation. It was there that they chose to carry on the family tradition of coffee farming, while also expanding their horizons by acquiring the Canjarana property next to São Bartolomeu, as well as the Bananal property located in the town of Jesuânia. All of these farms, situated close to one another, lie in the Mantiqueira de Minas region—an area with altitude and climate ideal for producing high-quality coffees.
What truly sets their journey apart is their commitment to sustainability. The Silva family understands the importance of maintaining balance between the soil and the environment. They follow cultivation practices that respect the land and the nature surrounding it. Every step, from harvesting to drying, is carried out with mindful care and attention to detail.
During harvest, they make sure to carefully select only ripe cherries, and when it comes to drying, no effort is spared. They use rotary dryers and cement patios to ensure uniform drying and preserve the quality of each bean.
Thus, the Silva family’s story in coffee growing is a journey rooted in love for the land and respect for nature—where the pursuit of quality is a lasting tradition, and the drive for excellence continues to inspire them to produce exceptional coffees for the delight of all who appreciate this special beverage.
Located on the northern side of the Serra da Mantiqueira mountain range in the southern part of the state of Minas Gerais, the Mantiqueira de Minas region is a demarcated area of 25 municipalities. It is officially recognized as an Indication of Origin for its tradition and worldwide reputation of producing coffees with unique sensory profiles.
Most producers in the region are smallholders who operate family farms. The region is differentiated by the unique terrain and the resulting characteristics that the terroir leads to in the cup. Coffees from Mantiqueira de Minas reflect both the place itself and the committed work of its producers. Mantiqueira includes more than 8,200 producers, 82% of whom are smallholders, and 56,000 hectares of mountain land planted with coffee. Most harvesting is still completed manually, and this and other practices keep the regional cultural heritage of coffee farming alive while at the same time pursuing new flavors.
