Delfino Quintero - San Pedro Sochiapam, Oaxaca, Mexico

Coffee Producer Profile: Delfino Quintero Origin and Farm Information Country: Mexico Region: Oaxaca Province: Oaxaca District: Cañada Community: San Pedro Sochiapam Altitude: 1450 meters Farm Area: 5 hectares Variety: Typica, Bourbon, Caturra Process: Washed Fermentation: 24 hours in wood tanks Drying: 5-8 days on patios   A Legacy of Coffee Farming Delfino Quintero's journey in coffee production began at the age of 15, working under his father. Five years later, he established his own farm, Llano Largo (Spanish for "Large Hill"). With 11 children, Delfino has sustained his family entirely from the income generated by his coffee farm. To reach Llano Largo, one must undertake an almost 50-minute uphill walk from the center of the community. Delfino relies on a mule to transport his coffee. All harvesting is a family and community affair, and Delfino communicates in his native language, Chinanteco. Delfino manages his entire coffee processing at his home. He fer