Alberto Calderón - Colombia {Anaerobic Natural}

Technical Data

Roaster: da Matteo
Origin: La Estrella, Colombia
Farm: La Esmeralda
Producer: Alberto Calderón
Altitude: 1440 masl
Varietal: Caturrón
Process: Anaerobic Natural
Flavor Profile: Toffee · Raspberry · Bosc pear
Format: 250 g
Harvest: January 2025
Recommended use: Filter

Alberto Calderón is a coffee that harmoniously blends tradition and modernity.

Produced in La Esmeralda (La Estrella, Colombia), this lot reflects the expertise of a second-generation farmer who has dedicated over 30 years to coffee cultivation.

With 40,000 trees and a focus on quality micro-lots, Alberto is part of the Cuatro Vientos project, promoting coffees with unique identity and consistency.

The result is an accessible, sweet coffee with a creamy texture, making it particularly appealing for everyday enjoyment.

Process

Processed using the anaerobic natural method, this coffee develops greater sweetness and body:

Manual harvesting of ripe cherries
Float selection
Fermentation in sealed tanks or bags
Drying in canopies, patios, or mechanical dryers

This process contributes to a rounder profile with integrated sweet notes.

Sensory Summary

Toffee
Raspberry
Pear

Da Matteo has transformed from its origins as a personal hospitality project into a multifaceted destination where craft, food, and culture converge. While its roots are in Gothenburg’s early coffee scene, the brand has grown into a broader philosophy led by principal owner Christofer, who views the guest experience as a seamless blend of sourdough baking, intentional kitchen work, and atmospheric retail. By integrating its own roastery and bakery into social spaces, da Matteo makes the act of creation a visible part of the environment, moving away from industry trends to focus on "intentional hospitality." Today, it is defined by a commitment to quality that guests can feel through the materials, the music, and the rhythm of the room, creating a communal setting where high-standard craftsmanship makes everyday life feel more generous and alive.