Peru Salomon Estela El Pino Natural

Cranberry · Cherry · Plum Wine · Malt Chocolate

A rich, comforting natural from one of the most respected growers in northern Peru.

In the cup

It opens with cranberry and an amaretto-like aroma, then moves into dark cherry and plum wine, brightened by a squeeze of lime. A heavy, syrupy body and a malty chocolate finish make it round and satisfying. It's a great pick for anyone who loves fruit but wants a fuller cup.

The farmer

Salomon Estela is a second-generation coffee grower whose farm, El Pino, sits at 1,850–1,870 meters in the north of Cajamarca, Peru. He's known for his hospitality, and his farm sees more visitors than any other in the El Morito network, a sign of his welcoming nature and deep farming knowledge. His motivation is family, and his ambition is to see his coffee recognized in every market it reaches.

El Morito lets experienced producers like Salomon stay independent while sharing in group marketing, export, and investment in quality.

The process and variety

This lot is Marshell, a variety grown in Peru, processed as a natural: the ripe cherries dry whole so the fruit sugars soak into the seed. Salomon's Marshell naturals are some of his standout coffees.

Fair pricing

We bought this coffee through Crop to Cup. Salomon was paid $5.90/lb FOB, which is $3.02/lb above the commodity "C" market price at booking.

Details

• Producer: Salomon Estela, El Pino farm (El Morito)
• Region: Cajamarca, Peru
• Altitude: 1,850–1,870 meters
• Variety: Marshell
• Process: Natural
• Crop Year: 2025
• Importer: Crop to Cup
• Roast: Light