Mogiana

The Mogiana region has been a traditional coffee producer for more than 200 years, and is recognized for producing aromatic specialty coffees.

Located in the Rio Grande Valley, bordering the state of São Paulo, the municipalities of Claraval, Capetinga, Cássia, Ibiraci, Itamogi, Sacramento, São Sebastião do Paraíso, and São Tomás de Aquino have produced beans that exceed 85 points in the classification tests of the Brazilian Specialty Coffee Association (BSCA).

At a distance of approximately 400 km from the state capital of Minas Gerais, the Alta Mogiana coffee production center is located in the southwestern part of the state. The coffee plantations are located at an altitude that varies between 900 and 1300 meters, with a very mild average annual temperature, around 20º C, and a hot and humid summer. These climatic characteristics are ideal for the slow and uniform ripening of the grain, particularly the Arabica species, determining the quality and flavor of the beverage.

It is a smooth-tasting, yet full-bodied beverage, with medium-roasted grains and balanced acidity. It has a marked and fruity aroma, velvety creamy body, medium acidity, and very balanced. The finish is lingering, with a caramel sweetness and notes of chocolate and nuts.

Currently, Alta Mogiana alone has 100,000 hectares of coffee plantations. This enhances performance in the specialty grain market through titles in competitions and high scores in expert evaluations.

In its majority, the region is composed of small properties, which invest in infrastructure supported by technology and qualified labor. Besides this, they have good roads that facilitate the transport of the production – points that favor the production of fine coffees.

Today, the coffees produced there are identified and protected by unique terroir characteristics, tradition, and production practices in accordance with the demanding gourmet market.