Nicaragua La Virgen Estate
 
Nestled in the cloud-covered hills of Las Nubes, Jinotega, La Virgen Estate is a testament to the power of vision, hard work, and community. Founded in 2012 by Claudia Vanessa Rivera and her husband, the farm was established with a simple but ambitious goal: produce exceptional coffee while creating lasting opportunities for the people and environment of northern Nicaragua.
 
Today, that vision continues to thrive. Beyond producing outstanding coffee, La Virgen supports local employment, invests in sustainable farming practices, and carefully manages every step of production—from harvesting ripe coffee cherries to processing them in the estate's own wet and dry mills. This hands-on approach ensures consistency, quality, and a coffee that truly reflects the character of the region.
 
Situated at 1,270 meters above sea level, the 40-hectare farm is planted primarily with Caturra and Catuai, alongside experimental varieties including Java, Pacamara, Maracaturra, Maragogipe, and Gesha. Surrounded by the cool mountain climate of Jinotega, the coffee develops slowly, producing a beautifully balanced cup with remarkable clarity and sweetness.
 
This washed-process coffee is everything we love about Nicaragua—clean, approachable, and wonderfully balanced. Bright notes of orange are complemented by delicate floral aromatics, finishing with smooth cocoa sweetness that lingers pleasantly on the palate. It's an elegant everyday coffee with enough complexity to keep each cup interesting.
 
We're especially proud to offer this woman-produced coffee from Claudia Rivera and La Virgen Estate, whose dedication to quality and sustainability shines through in every harvest.
 
Coffee Details
Producer: Claudia Vanessa Rivera
Farm: La Virgen Estate
Region: Las Nubes, Jinotega, Nicaragua
Variety: Caturra, Catuai
Altitude: 1,270 masl
Process: Washed
 
Tasting Notes
Orange • Floral • Cocoa