Altieri Alessa Geisha Natural RFF5

• Producer : Altieri Coffee
• Region : Boquete, Panama
• Altitude : 1980 Masl
• Variety : Geisha
• Process : Natural 
• Tasting note : Jasmine, Lemon, Pineapple, White Peach, Berries
  
  

•  Overview

Nestled at an altitude of 1,980 meters, the Alessa plot is located in the heart of Mima Estate, on the slopes of the Barú volcano.

This micro-plot of just 0.5 hectares lies on rich volcanic soil, within a protected environment managed like a wild forest. Only 360 Geisha Green Tip coffee trees are cultivated there, yielding harvests of extreme rarity and exceptional purity.

Harvested on April 10, 2025, this batch underwent controlled fermentation: the cherries were placed in GrainPro bags, immersed in cold river water for five days (hence the name RFF5, which stands for River Flow Fermentation – 5 days), before being slowly dried for thirty days in a room at a constant temperature of 18°C and 50% humidity. This meticulous process gives the coffee a complex aromatic structure and exceptional clarity in the cup.

• Altierie Coffee

A family story where every grain reflects the care given to people and the land.

Altieri Specialty Coffee was born from the vision of Eugene Altieri, a New Yorker of Italian descent, who 16 years ago purchased two farms in the Boquete region of Panama. At the time, he had no idea that this volcanic terroir, perched between 1,300 and 2,200 meters above sea level, would become one of the world's most renowned for specialty coffee. Today, the venture is truly a family affair: his children, eleven grandchildren, and his wife Lelia actively participate in the operation and promotion of the brand.

The Altieri family has always believed that the quality of exceptional coffee depends on the well-being of those who cultivate it. The company therefore implements numerous programs for its employees and their families: housing, sewing workshops, tutoring for children, family conferences, and regular medical checkups. This responsible and human approach sets Altieri Specialty Coffee apart, strengthening ties with the local community and ensuring sustainable production.