Brazil
Cerrado Mineiro
Denilson Corsi
Canaa Farm
Acaia
Natural Fermented
Jun - Aug
Black Currant, Chocolate Liquor, Plum, Purple Fruit, Strawberry
890 meters
N/A
60Kg /GrainPro Bags
CA - Vancouver
The history of the Corsi family spans generations of dedication to the land, farming, and family unity. Denilson Corsi da Silva’s grandparents, descendants of German and Spanish settlers, had a strong connection to agriculture. His grandfather, born in Cooxupé, Minas Gerais, met his wife in Paraná, where they settled to cultivate coffee and raise cattle. It was there that Denilson’s father and uncles were born, growing up in a rural environment that instilled the values of resilience and hard work.
Although life in Paraná was stable, Denilson’s grandfather longed to return to his homeland. He eventually moved back to Cooxupé, recognizing the region’s potential for expanding coffee cultivation. There, he became a successful coffee grower, raising 11 children alongside his wife. Denilson, the youngest, was immersed in farm life from an early age, learning the importance of teamwork and land stewardship from his siblings.
When Denilson was just eight years old, his father passed away, leading to the division of the family land. Though the physical properties were separated, the bonds between the siblings and their shared passion for coffee remained strong.
Now Denilson manages his own farm in Indianópolis, Minas Gerais, alongside his wife and children. His deep-rooted family tradition continues through sustainable farming practices, environmental conservation, and a commitment to producing high-quality coffee. Despite the challenges of labor shortages, climate fluctuations, and market instability, Denilson remains steadfast in his pursuit of excellence.
His children are actively learning the techniques and values of coffee cultivation, embracing their family’s heritage with dedication. The coffee they produce carries the essence of Minas Gerais, a legacy built over generations from Cooxupé to Paraná, now firmly established in the Triângulo Mineiro.
Additional Information
Coffee-Planted Hectares: 20.35 ha
Total Farm Area: 21.84 ha
Flowering Months: September – October
Latitude: 18°56’52.0″S
Longitude: 47°57’26.6″W
Annual Production: 1,000 bags
Read more about coffee varieties of Brazil on our blog.
The Cerrado Mineiro region, located in northwest of Minas Gerais State is a world-recognized, high-quality coffee producing origin and became the first Protected Geographical Indication in Brazil in 2005, with full Designation of Origin in 2013. A strong characteristic of this region is its well-defined seasons—a hot, wet summer is followed by a pleasantly dry winter. The dry climate during harvest eliminates potential problems with humidity during the drying process.
Minas Gerais is Brazil’s principal agricultural state, and the Cerrado is home to many of the country’s celebrated coffee estates, with expertise in planting, harvesting, drying, and sorting. We love Cerrado coffees for their big body, rich chocolate notes, and velvety texture when pulled as espresso.
Today, the area’s 4,500 farmers produce a combined average of 6 million bags per harvest, with an average of 35 bags per hectare. To reach these production levels, producers had to first adapt to the region’s conditions. Coffee farmers first arrived in Cerrado in the 1970’s, after being pushed out of the state of Parana by frost and out of the state of Sao Paolo by nematodes. They found the soil in Cerrado to be very acidic, which they rectified with the application of calcium to create the healthy soils they enjoy today.
Cerrado coffee farms are cultivated in areas with elevations varying between 800 and 1,300 meters above sea level and are known for consistently producing high quality coffees with a repeatable profile. Independent of farm size, the spirit of professionalism is present throughout Cerrado’s coffee producers. Entrepreneurialism is part of farmers’ DNA, and many producers are second or third generation growers who also hold degrees in agronomic engineering, business management, and administration. While each family narrative is different, Cerrado is characterized by an enterprising attitude.
