The 2017 XiaGuan "Shang Pin - Jin Si - Da Xue Shan" (Gold Ribbon - Big Snow Mountain) Cake 357g Puerh Raw Tea Sheng Cha offers a delightful puerh tea experience. Here are the detailed characteristics:
Origination:
- Series: “ShangPin JinSi” (尚品 金丝) translates to “Premium Golden Ribbon” and is part of the well-known "JinSi" series that began in 2004, identifiable by the golden ribbon embedded as a mark.
- Sub-series: Also part of the "SongHeYanNian" (松鹤延年) series, which means “Both Pine tree and Crane have metaphor of Long life,” printed under the trademark on the wrapper.
- Tea Region: The main tea materials are sourced from DaXueShan (大雪山) in the MengKu area, part of the larger LinCang tea region.
Taste:
- Tea Body: Temperate tightness.
- Smoke Level: Light smoke, milder than other XiaGuan Tuo such as JiaTuo (甲沱) or TeTuo (特沱).
- Fragrance: Medium level, balanced—not too strong or too faint.
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Flavor Profile:
- Sweet and refreshing tea liquid.
- Smooth and well-balanced mouthfeel.
- Mild astringency and bitterness, making it accessible for those who prefer a lighter puerh taste.
- Suitable for daily drinking due to its mildness and balance.
Storage:
- Guangzhou Natural Storage: The tea has been naturally aged in Guangzhou, which helps to develop its flavor profile while preserving its original characteristics.
This tea, with its moderate smoke, balanced flavor, and smooth mouthfeel, is well-suited for daily consumption and is recommended for those who prefer a more approachable puerh sheng cha.