This shade grown coffee has a balance of aroma, body, and acidity, combined with a slight winey character that is unmistakable. The acidity, while pronounced, is not overbearing or bitter. Just about 30 miles away from Guatemala City, Antigua is located in a valley surrounded by three impressive volcanoes: Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango. Antigua is in central Guatemala. Soil composed of volcanic ash provides an unusual concentration of minerals, creating uniquely fertile growing conditions.