Ratnagiri, India 227g

Description

Farm: Ratnagiri Origin: Western Ghats, India Process-type: Washed Varietal: Catuai & Caturra Cup: Caramel Apple, Almond, Macadamia, White Grape The Hindi word ‘Ratnagiri’ translates literally to ‘Pearl Mountain’, a reference to the dense silver oak canopy which crowns this farm. The estate is a lush shaded environment with 3 stories of shade. It is home to over 48 recorded bird populations, monkeys, leopards, wild boar, tigers, mongoose and - on occasion - elephants. Established in 1920, the estate has been passed down through three generations. Ashok Patre now owns and operates the farm. Ratnagiri is an organic/biodynamic farm and maintains official Rainforest Alliance Certification. Quarterly soil tests and organic corrections to soil are applied. Ionic seawater and sea weed extract are applied to improve plant immunity and sugar levels of the fruit. Check out brew guides.