Mandheling
Wahana Estate
The recently established Wahana Estate is situated near Lake Toba in northern Sumatra. All of the coffee is shade grown under Lamtoro shade trees using natural fertilizers, ensuring that the coffee is grown as sustainably as possible. Additionally, within the farm’s boundaries various conservation areas have been established. The estate also supports its workers with the founding of Wahana’s Farmer Support Center, and provides housing and a medical clinic to improve working conditions.
“Very complex, rather edgy Sumatra. Pru ny dark chocolate, cherry, brandy, fir in the aroma. Quietly rich acidity; full, lightly syrupy mouthfeel. Woody, sweet, herby character in the cup, reminiscent of sassafras perhaps. Floral top notes, continuing dark chocolate and cherryish fruit. Very sweet in the finish, with ongoing floral and wood notes.”
Ken Davids, CoffeeReview.com
