Grade: A+++ (Collector's Reserve) | Origin: Fengqing, Yunnan, China
This A+++ grade "Ye Sheng Shai Hong" represents the absolute pinnacle of wild sun-dried Dian Hong, sourced from ancient wild arbor trees hidden within the pristine, high-altitude primordial forests of Fengqing. Sun-dried under the Yunnan sun rather than high-fired, this living tea preserves active enzymes and an extraordinary "Mountain Spirit & Wild Essence" (Shan Ye Qi), offering exceptional complexity today and unmatched aging potential for years to come.
Sensory Profile
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Appearance: Bold, stout, and tightly twisted leaf threads showing a deep, luminous obsidian luster, indicative of old-growth forest nutrients.
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Aroma: A powerful, layered bouquet of wild forest blooms, sacred resinous wood, dried stone fruit, and raw mountain honey.
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Taste & Palate: Exceptionally thick, viscous, and mouth-coating. The liquor presents an intense wild sweetness balanced by a distinct, noble mineral core, entirely free of harshness.
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Liquor: A crystal-clear, deep golden-amber glow with high viscosity and brilliance in the glass.
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Finish: A profound, lingering "Throat Rhyme" (Hou Yun). The finish is deeply hydrating, filling the breath with a clean, wild floral sweetness that lasts for hours.
Technical Specifications & Brewing Guide
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Origin: Fengqing, Yunnan Province (Ancient Wild Forest Terroir)
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Harvest: 2026 Early Spring (Old-Growth Wild Arbor Trees)
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Shelf Life & Storage: 10+ years (Ages dynamic like raw puerh). Store in a cool, dry, odorless, room-temperature environment; do not refrigerate.
Brewing Parameters:
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Water Temperature: 90–93°C (194–200°F) for early steeps to preserve delicate spring sugars; up to 95°C for later rounds.
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Ratio: 5–7 g per 100–120 ml of water
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Vessel: Porous Clay Teapot or High-Fired Ceramic Gaiwan
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Rinse: 1 quick flash rinse (5 seconds) to hydrate the sun-dried leaves.
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Steeping Schedule:
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1st–4th Infusions: 5–10 seconds (Flash steep)
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5th–10th Infusions: Add 10 seconds per round
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10th+ Infusions: 30+ seconds (Exhibits outstanding longevity, yielding 12+ infusions)
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