Finca La Leona

Process & Profile

This lot of 100% fully washed Caturra is your ideal daily drinker—rich, bold, and beautifully balanced. Expect a creamy, clean cup bursting with notes of milk chocolate and caramel, rounded out by hints of cashew butter, vanilla, and a touch of citrus brightness.

Every Sip Starts with a Story

Located in the village of Gaitania, in the southern Tolima region of Colombia, Finca La Leona is a farm with deep roots and a powerful story. Originally managed by Afranio Enciso and his son, the two worked side by side to improve coffee quality through variety trials and careful post-harvest processing. Their dedication paid off in 2015, when their coffee placed 8th in the prestigious Cup of Excellence competition—an impressive feat among over 1,000 entries.

Tragically, Afranio’s world changed with the loss of his son, and the farm was left dormant for more than two years. In 2019, his daughter Laura stepped in to revive La Leona. One of the few women leading a coffee farm in Colombia, Laura now oversees all commercial and marketing efforts, while Afranio remains active in day-to-day operations, supporting the pickers and tending to the land.

Spanning 43 hectares—with 25 dedicated to coffee—La Leona benefits from two harvest seasons, allowing for nearly year-round production. The farm is managed with sustainability in mind, using minimal interventions and treating only when necessary to protect the trees. Today, Finca La Leona stands as a symbol of resilience, quality, and forward-thinking leadership.