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Mogiana, Brazil
Brazil growing region
The Mogiana, straddling the border of São Paulo and Minas Gerais along the old Mogiana railway that carried coffee to the port of Santos in the 19th century, is one of Brazil's most historic growing areas. Its iconic deep-red 'terra rossa' soils and elevations around 900 to 1,300 metres produce full-bodied, sweet coffees with pronounced chocolate, caramel, and nutty character and a smooth, low acidity. Mostly natural and pulped-natural Mundo Novo and Yellow Bourbon, Mogiana lots are a staple of premium Brazilian blends. The region's railway heritage is woven into the story of how coffee built São Paulo's economy.
At a glance
- Altitude: 900–1300 masl
- Typical varieties: Mundo Novo, Yellow Bourbon, Catuai
- Common processes: Natural, Pulped Natural
- Harvest: 5, 6, 7, 8
Climate
Warm subtropical climate with a reliable dry harvest.
Soil & terroir
Famous iron-rich 'terra rossa' red soils.
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