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.
A summer tea with a profile resembling a spring harvest: camphor, vegetal and almond.
Special qualities
- Origin:
- Dhankuta, Nepal
- Tea colour:
- black tea
Tasting notes
Feuille sèche
Appearance: crumpled leaves
Colour: khaki to light green, brown
Notes: vegetal, brioche, almond, floral
Infusion
Notes: fruity floral (rosé), cooked vegetable, brown sugar
Liqueur
Colour: golden yellow
Texture: powdery
Flavour: sweet, acidic
Notes: cooked vegetable, camphor (thyme, rosemary), bitter almond
Suggestion of preparation
With the tasting set: 3'45 minutes in water heated to 185°F.
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.