Description
This shu pu erh is made in Yunnan province, China. It is made from mengku tea plants nestled on the foothills of Rangsai mountain at an altitude of 1,800 metres. These plants grow surrounded by lush vegetation, shrouded in mist.
This delicious dark tea reveals undergrowth, vanilla and liquorice notes, supported by a smooth texture.
Special qualities
- Origin:
- Yunnan, China
- Tea colour:
- Dark Tea
Tasting notes
Feuille sèche
Appearance: small leaves and buds
Liqueur
Colour: dark brown
Texture: smooth
Notes: woody, fruity, vanilla, earth, animal
Suggestion of preparation
With the teapot or the tasting set: 5 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.