Region: Chalchuapa, Santa Ana
Elevation: 1450-1675 masl
About: Finca La Siberia has been in the Silva family since 1870. Named for its chaotic climate and the challenging trails that lead to it, Siberia is a beautiful but often harsh and unforgiving place. With knowledge and experience passed down over six generations, the Silva family has turned Siberia into one of the most renowned estates in El Salvador. Today the family grows a range of varieties, including Bourbon, Pacamara, SL-34, and Geisha. As his parents slow down to enjoy time with their grandchildren, Rafael Jr. now manages day-to-day operations across the family's farms, as well as processing at the mill. Blending a traditional approach learned from his father with a spirit of experimentation, Rafa is meticulous in his picking, processing, and drying protocols, tracking each day's harvest from tree to export. This washed Red Bourbon is bright and sweet, layering mandarin orange and limoncello over a base of milk chocolate.
