Description
This renowned oolong has its traditional roots in Fujian, but Taiwan offers exceptional soil where its cultivation has developed into an art form. The Wang family have built upon the heritage of tie guan yin in this spring tea, made from the cui yu cultivar.
Its initial fruity aroma reveals striking peach and mango notes, which develop into subtle notes of roasted hazelnut, against an endlessly silky texture.
Special qualities
- Origin:
- Nantou, Taiwan
- Tea colour:
- Oolong
Tasting notes
Dry leaf
Appearance:leaves rolled into pearls
Liquor
Colour: golden
Texture: oily
Savour: sweet
Notes: peach, mango, floral (osmanthus), hazelnut, roasted
Suggestion of preparation
Prepare this tea warm:
With the teapot or the tasting set: 5 minutes in water heated to 90°C / 195°F.
With the gong fu cha: infusions during 30-40 seconds.
Prepare this tea iced:
In a teapot or a carafe: infuse 8 g of leaves per 50 cL of water at room temperature for 50 minutes. Remove the leaves and store in the fridge.
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.