Family: Arles Muñoz 

Altitude: 1950 masl

Variety: Castillo, Colombia

Process: Washed

Tasting Notes: Red Fruits, Mandarin & Golden Syrup

Arles Muñoz was born into a humble family who lived from and worked on the farm. From a young age he learnt the value and importance of hard work and honesty and how to dream big for the future.His dream was to own his own farm where he could grow the coffee he loved so much. From a young age Arles took on different jobs at other coffee farms, where he ultimately met his wife, Luz Marina, a hard-working and loving woman who also loved coffee.

Over time Arles managed to save enough to buy a small farm in Cusillo Alto, a village in La Unión, Nariño. He began to grow traditional washed coffee, following the techniques he had learned over the years. Their coffee was characeterised by being soft, sweet and aromatic, with fruity and floral notes.

Arles was still unsatisfied and wanted to show innovation in his production process. He began experimenting with prolonged fermentations, which allowed him to highlight the attributes of his coffee, giving it a distinctive touch. His coffee became known for its unique and complex flavour, which set it apart from others.

His farm, el Diviso, became an example of quality and sustainability, with his wife and children helping him at each stage of cultivation. This shared passion for coffee and their vision for progress made them a happy and united family. Arles is proud of his accomplishments and is able to give the best to his family. He knows he has fulfilled his dreams but must also continue learning and improving, representing true perseverance and innovation.