Description
This Grand Cru is made in the village of Gurianta, located in the region of Guria in Georgia. It is made by blending several Qimen and Kolkhida cultivars.
A silky and aromatic black tea that develops delicious praline, honey and fruit notes.
Special qualities
- Origin:
- Guria, Georgia
- Tea colour:
- Black tea
Tasting notes
Feuille sèche
Appearance: twisted leaves
Colour: purple black
Notes: praline, hazelnut, vanilla, dried fruits
Infusion
Notes: praline, hazelnut, vanilla, dried fruits, banana
Liqueur
Colour: orange
Texture: smooth
Flavour: sweet
Notes: praline, hazelnut, vanilla, oud, dried fruits, honey, ripe banana
Suggestion of preparation
With the teapot or the tasting set: 4 minutes in water heated to 195°F.
With the Gong Fu Cha: infusions during 30-40 seconds.
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.