Overview:
- Year: 2006
- Type: Puerh Sheng Cha Raw Tea
- Weight: 100g
- Name: XiaGuan "Te Ji" (Special Grade) Tuo
- Storage: Guangzhou Natural Storage
Description: The 2006 XiaGuan "Te Ji" Tuo is a distinguished member of the Special Grade series, crafted with precision and expertise to offer an unparalleled tea experience. Renowned for its superior quality and bold flavor profile, this tea exemplifies XiaGuan's commitment to excellence in the world of Puerh.
Packaging and Design:
- The tea is presented in various packaging styles, including simple wrappers and paper boxes, offering versatility in presentation.
- Distinguished by its trademark featuring a "Pine tree and Crane" printed on the wrapper, symbolizing its quality and heritage.
Taste Profile:
- The higher grade of tea materials lends to a more astringent flavor profile compared to the JiaJi tuo cha, offering a bold and robust taste experience.
- It opens with a fragrant aroma and a rich mouthfeel, particularly noticeable in the initial stages of the tea session.
- Pronounced bitterness and a high level of smokiness characterize its flavor profile, contributing to its bold and distinctive taste.
- Swift occurrences of HuiGan (returning sweetness) and ShengJin (saliva production) enhance the overall drinking experience.
- Since 2011, the series has evolved, with smokiness and bitterness becoming more subdued, appealing to a broader range of consumers, including newcomers to Puerh tea.
Background:
- The "Te Ji" series, denoted by the characters “特级,” began in 2003 with the goal of surpassing the JiaJi tuo cha in quality. Recognized as "TeTuo" in the market, it was officially renamed "特沱" in 2016, reflecting its esteemed status.
- The series features various grades of Tuo Cha, each characterized by the quality and composition of tea leaves, ranging from high-quality tiny buds and young leaves to larger, stronger leaves and stems.
The 2006 XiaGuan "Te Ji" Tuo stands as a testament to XiaGuan's legacy of excellence, offering tea enthusiasts a bold and memorable tasting experience that transcends time and tradition.