Description
Located in eastern Nepal at between 1,200 and 2,200 metres above sea level, Guranse Tea Estate is one of the most famous plantations in Dhankuta District. This garden has developed its artisan withering and manual rolling techniques to perfection.
This summer flush develops floral, fruity and almond notes against a finely powdered texture. A Grand Cru with complex and intense notes.
This tea is grown organically and certified by Ecocert, an accredited independent certification body.
Special qualities
- Origin:
- Nepal
- Tea colour:
- black tea
Tasting notes
Feuille sèche
Appearance: attractive, rolled leaves with large buds
Colours: a blend of brown, with silvery glints
Scents: honey, woody, toasted
Infusion
Scents: floral, zesty, apricot
Liqueur
Colours: amber
Texture: velvety
Flavours: sweet
Aromas: highly floral (tuberose, lily), citrus zest, almond, vanilla, fruity, polished, woody
Aromatic profile and length in the mouth: a summer flush which develops floral, fruity, almond and vanilla notes against a finely powdered texture. A Grand Cru with complex and intense notes.
Suggestion of preparation
With the tasting set: 4' minutes in water heated to 85°C.
Grands Crus: savour the exceptional
Rare and ephemeral, teas identified as Grands Crus by Palais des Thés are the result of alchemy between a tea plant variety, its terroir and the talent of an artisan grower. Meticulously plucked, processed and sourced in the most respected tea gardens, our Grands Crus unveil unique flavours that reflect the refinement of their origins.