Brazil is one of the largest and most renowned coffee-growing origins in the world, celebrated for its diverse coffee varieties and rich agricultural traditions. Spanning across various regions such as Minas Gerais, São Paulo, and Espírito Santo, Brazilian coffee farms benefit from a favorable climate and fertile soils, producing beans that range from smooth and mild to bold and earthy. Brazil's coffee is known for its low acidity and rich sweetness, often featuring flavor notes of chocolate, nuts, and caramel. Brazilian coffee also plays a significant role in the global market, known for its consistency and high volume, making it a key player in the world’s coffee supply.
About the Coffee
Brazil
Sul de Minas
Yellow Bourbon
Natural
1000 masl
Arabica
Bela Vista
Isabela Lima Reis and Antônio Lima Reis Júnior
NY2
16+
GrainPro or similar
60
Fazenda Bela Vista boasts over a century of coffee-growing history, originally belonging to the grandparents of Isabela and Antônio. Today, it is managed by them as they prepare the fourth generation for a future in coffee farming. For the siblings, coffee cultivation is deeply tied to their identity, and they are committed to upholding this legacy through continuous investment in quality. The returns on these investments benefit the workers at Fazenda Bela Vista, enhancing their professional development and quality of life, while also supporting sustainability efforts. The preservation of centenary trees and ecological reserves reflects their commitment to maintaining the farm's history and honoring its name, chosen by their grandfather.
Facing the challenges of climate change, Isabela and Antônio draw inspiration from their family's legacy and the surrounding landscape to innovate and adopt new technologies. Their structured approach to family succession includes their children, who are actively engaged in management and learning the business. This collaboration of two generations brings together tradition and innovation, ensuring a prosperous future for the farm.
Looking ahead, Antônio envisions Fazenda Bela Vista as a model for sustainable coffee farming, eager to share its history, innovative practices, and respect for the environment with fellow coffee enthusiasts. Meanwhile, Isabela remains optimistic about the enduring legacy established by their grandparents, believing that the rich foundation they've built will inspire her children and nephews to carry on their passion for coffee, preserving the essence of Fazenda Bela Vista and writing new chapters of success in coffee cultivation.
Sul de Minas is a prominent coffee-producing region in Brazil, celebrated for its high-quality Arabica beans. Nestled in the mountainous terrain of the Minas Gerais state, the region's unique climate, rich volcanic soil, and altitude create ideal conditions for coffee cultivation. The area's farmers utilize traditional and sustainable farming practices, contributing to the distinct flavor profiles that characterize Sul de Minas coffee, including notes of chocolate, nuts, and fruity undertones. This region plays a vital role in Brazil's status as the world's largest coffee producer, with local cooperatives and producers often gaining recognition in specialty coffee markets.
Annual Rainfall
1200-1800 mm
Temperature
15-25 °C
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