El Salvadore - Los Pirineos: Natural CM Jasper

El Salvadore Los Pirineos: Natural Carbonic Maseration [Jasper]

Notes: Dark Chocolate, Black Cherry, Strawberry & Hazelnut

Producer: The Baraona family

Farm: Los Pirineos

Altitude: 1300-1600

Region: Tecapa Chimaneca, Usulutan

Harvest: November - February

Varietal: Bourbon

Process: Carbonic Maseration Natural [Jasper]

Suitable for: pour over, chemex, V60, aeropress, batch brew machine.

Carbonic Maceration & Jasper CM Natural

Here’s where it gets really exciting.

Since 2017, Los Pirineos has been working with Project Origin to develop a signature take on carbonic maceration—a process borrowed from winemaking, where whole cherries are fermented in a sealed tank filled with CO₂.

The result? The Jasper CM Natural: a carefully crafted processing profile that balances clean structure, bright fruit, and lingering sweetness. It’s designed to be approachable yet complex, with that “wow” factor that makes each sip a little adventure. Think tropical fruits, red berries, and a silky, juicy body.

Every step of the Jasper process is tightly controlled—from cherry selection to drying—to preserve clarity and elevate natural flavors. It’s an expression of both precision and passion.

About Los Pirineos

Tucked high in El Salvador’s Tecapa volcano range, Los Pirineos is a farm with a view—and a story. Run by the Baraona family for over 130 years, this stunning property is named for its resemblance to the Pyrenees mountains and is as rich in history as it is in volcanic soil.

With coffee in their blood and innovation in their DNA, the Baraonas have turned Los Pirineos into a living library of coffee. Over 80 varietals grow here, from classics like Bourbon and Pacamara to rare gems like SL 28, Harrar, and Sudan Rume.

This is a farm that doesn't just keep up with specialty coffee—it leads. From clean, modern processing techniques to bold varietal experimentation, Los Pirineos continues to impress on the world stage, year after year.

A Farm Built for Quality

One of the secrets to Los Pirineos’ consistency is its brilliant design. The farm features a man-made plateau overlooking the volcano, lined with raised drying beds that soak up sunlight all day long. Combined with steady westerly winds, this creates ideal conditions for even, controlled drying—especially important for complex processes like carbonic maceration.

It's not just beautiful—it's practical. And it’s just one more reason we love sharing coffee from this incredible farm.