Costa Rica: La Magnolia, Tres Rios

Tres Ríos, the “Bordeaux of Costa Rica,” sits on volcanic slopes east of San José where cool nights, steady trade winds, and mineral‑rich soils shape dense SHB parchment. The La Magnolia selection reflects the area’s long history of meticulous washed processing and patio drying that keeps flavors clean and composed. Pushed to a medium–dark curve, the profile settles into a fudge‑like chocolate core; sucrose polymerizes toward toffee, praline, and roasted‑almond notes anchor the mid‑palate. Acidity rests low and even, the texture turns velvety, and the cup closes with a measured chocolate‑sweet finish—comforting, polished, and unmistakably Tres Ríos.

Sustainability badges: Estate/Smallholder Sourced, High‑Elevation Grown, Traceable Lot, Small Batch Roasted