Xiaguan Te Tuo Pu-Erh Sheng · 2007

Brief description

The Xiaguan Te Tuo Sheng Pu-Erh from 2007 is a classic raw Tuocha from the traditional Xiaguan Tea Factory . Made from high-quality Yunnan large-leaf tea and steam-pressed using natural spring water from the Cangshan Mountains, this tea represents stability, clear structure, and the typical Xiaguan style.

Product details

Brand: Xiaguan (下关)
Tea type: Pu-Erh Sheng (生茶, raw Pu-Erh)
Form: Tuocha (沱茶)
Year of birth: 2007
Raw material: Yunnan big leaf tea (晒青毛茶)
Origin: Yunnan, China
Producer: Yunnan Xiaguan Tea Factory
Weight: 100 g

Shelf life: Can be stored long-term if stored properly.

Character & Style

The Tuo is compact and evenly pressed, with a classic cup-shaped structure. The surface is clean, dry, and dark glossy; the leaves show strong, uniform strands with visible buds.
In the cup, it presents a clear, golden-yellow infusion. The aroma is intense and fresh, the taste full and balanced, with a rapid sweetness and a clean finish. A structured Sheng with a classic style.

Classification

Te Tuo is one of Xiaguan's well-known standard Tuochas and is renowned for its consistent quality. The 2007 vintage is enjoyable today but still offers potential for further development. Suitable for both regular enjoyment and for connoisseurs of traditional Xiaguan Shengs.

storage

Store in a dry, well-ventilated place, protected from light and free from foreign odors.
Can still be stored under good conditions.

Preparation instructions

Suitable for gaiwan or small pu-erh pots.
Recommendation:
– 6–7 g of tea
– Water: 95–100 °C
– Short initial infusions, then extend to taste