Description
This tea is made in the Phuguri tea estate, Darjeeling, Mirik valley. The plantations are located at an altitude of between 1,000 and 1,300 metres, near the border with Nepal.
A generous, rich and delicate spring flush marked by white flower, yellow fruit and almond notes.
This tea is grown organically and certified by Ecocert, an accredited independent certification body.
Special qualities
- Origin:
- Darjeeling, India
- Tea colour:
- black tea
Tasting notes
Feuille sèche
Appearance: large leaves with many silver buds
Colour: a blend of green and fawn
Notes: floral, fresh vegetal and slightly toasted
Infusion
Notes: floral and gourmet (yellow fruits)
Liqueur
Colour: golden
Texture: softly powdered
Flavour: sweet, acidic
Notes: white flowers, almond, yellow fruits, zesty
Suggestion of preparation
With the tasting set: 3'45 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.