Tablón de Gómez sits deep in the mountains of Nariño, Colombia. The land is remote and rugged, with small farms scattered across steep hillsides at elevations of 1800 to 2100 meters. Families here live close to the land, growing coffee on tiny plots often no larger than two hectares.
Each family manages its own harvest. Ripe cherries are picked by hand, pulped on small machines, and fermented for up to two days. The pulp is returned to the fields as natural fertiliser, and drying takes place slowly on patios or raised beds. The cool air, bright sun, and steady winds of Nariño create perfect conditions to bring out sweetness and clarity in the cup.
This way of farming is rooted in tradition but guided by a shared vision of quality. Neighbours help one another during harvest, and many are part of cooperatives that provide training, stability, and access to better markets. The result is coffee that reflects both place and people, vibrant, precise, and deeply cared for.
Coffee has become more than a crop here. It is a path forward for families who balance their livelihood between coffee, plantains, and other local produce. It sustains a community that continues to rise from hardship, proud to share its work with the world.
