Carefully selected fresh leaves from ancient arbor tea trees (large-leaf varietal) in Bama Village, mostly aged 200-300 years, with some exceeding 400 years. Hand-picked by tea farmers adhering to the "one bud with two leaves" standard, ensuring tender buds and leaves rich in intrinsic quality. The tea garden boasts a pristine ecosystem where ancient tea trees coexist with diverse vegetation. Surrounded by high mountains, mist, and clouds, and nourished by fertile soil, it provides ample nutrients for the tea trees, resulting in a naturally pure tea quality.
Aroma: The dry leaves emit a delicate fragrance with subtle floral and honey notes. Upon brewing, the aroma bursts forth instantly – vibrant floral notes reminiscent of a spring garden. Upon closer inhaling, wild fruity notes emerge, creating rich, layered, and enduring complexity. Even after the cup cools, a lingering, elegant fragrance remains, offering a long-lasting, memorable aftertaste.
Flavor: The tea liquor enters the mouth full-bodied and mellow. A slight bitterness quickly dissipates, followed by a swift, potent, and enduring sweet aftertaste that surges on the tongue like a sweet spring, instantly dispelling the bitterness. A rich tea essence lingers in the mouth. Each sip reveals the profound depth of the tea leaves, becoming more rewarding with every taste.
Mouthfeel: The liquor flows smoothly and finely, with a thick, viscous texture that glides over the palate like silk without any astringency. After drinking, the mouth feels refreshed and clean, free from any off-flavors. Though the tea energy ("Cha Qi") is not overtly powerful, it generates a comforting warmth and relaxation from within. Both newcomers and seasoned tea connoisseurs alike can become deeply immersed in its charm.
Characteristics: Uniquely combines floral, fruity, and wild mountain notes. Achieves a harmonious balance between bitterness and sweetness, creating a distinctive flavor profile with high recognizability among Pu'er teas. Exceptionally rich in substance and enduring through multiple infusions. Even after over ten consecutive steepings, the liquor maintains noticeable concentration and charm, with evolving nuances in each infusion.
Place of Origin: Yunnan, China
Cake Weight: 357 grams
Harvest Date of Raw Material: 2021.03
Cake Production Date: 2025.04