Rank: 5
Farm Name: SiTIO LM 
Farmer/Rep.: MARIA JOSÉ BITENCOURT LIMA ARAÚJO
Score: 89.90
Altitude: 973 – 986 masl
Country: Brazil Pulped Naturals
City: ARAPONGA
Region: Minas Gerais
Program: Brazil Pulped Naturals 
Aroma/Flavor: brown sugar, dark chocolate, cream, berries, spicy, lemon grass, orange zest,
Acidity: malic, green apple, citric,
Other: creamy mouth feel, thick, great balance
Processing system: PULPED Natural
Variety : CATUAI
Farm Story:
Characteristics of the coffee lot
Processing: Pulped Natural
Variety: Catuaí 44
Average elevation: 973 masl
Characteristics of the property
Location: Araponga, MG
Region: Matas de Minas
Total area: 6 ha
Area planted with coffee: 3 ha
Highest elevation: 986 masl
History of the farm
Sítio LM is run by the owner together with her family. The farm is beside a river at the bottom of a beautiful waterfall, protected by riparian forests and several springs. It is located in a buffer area of the Serra do Brigadeiro State Park. The temperature of the region varies from 18 to 22°C. The farm was acquired a few years ago and borders other family properties, which work together. It is 5 km from the city center, facilitating access. Almost all of the farm is covered with coffee fields and what stands out is the family’s unity and passion for coffee.
Coffee processing system
A The harvest is done manually, seeking to create jobs. After being picked, the coffee is washed and passes through the huller. The water used in this phase is completely recycled with the use of a decantation tank.Next the beans are taken for drying on concrete patios or African beds and are separated according to quality. After drying the lots are kept separated in rest boxes and are stored on the farm itself.
Concern about quality
The producer seeks information from competent government agencies with the goal of learning each day to improve the quality of her coffees. She uses selective harvesting, slow drying, great care with sanitation equipment and patios and well-qualified workers, all in order to ensure the success of the property and, in turn, her own success.