{"product_id":"xiaguan-te-tuo-pu-erh-sheng-2012","title":"Xiaguan Te Tuo Pu-Erh Sheng · 2012","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"246\"\u003eBrief description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"700\"\u003e The 2012 Xiaguan Te Tuo Sheng Pu-Erh is a classic Tuocha from the long-established \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eXiaguan Tea Factory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e . Naturally dry-aged for over ten years, this Sheng Pu-Erh already displays noticeable maturity and depth. Characteristic of Xiaguan teas are its clear structure, distinctive smokiness, and a powerful yet balanced style. A very successful mid-aged Sheng with a pronounced character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"727\"\u003e Product details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"985\"\u003e Brand: Xiaguan (下关)\u003cbr data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"754\"\u003e Tea type: Pu-Erh Sheng (生茶, raw Pu-Erh)\u003cbr data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"800\"\u003e Form: Tuocha (沱茶)\u003cbr data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"824\"\u003e Year of birth: 2012\u003cbr data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"845\"\u003e Raw material: Yunnan big leaf tea (晒青毛茶)\u003cbr data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"891\"\u003e Origin: Yunnan, China\u003cbr data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"921\"\u003e Producer: Yunnan Xiaguan Tea Factory\u003cbr data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"965\"\u003e Weight: 100 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"985\"\u003e Packaging unit: 100 g \/ Tuo\u003cbr data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003e Shelf life: Can be stored long-term if stored properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003e Character \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eThe tea is firmly and cleanly pressed, with a uniform, cup-shaped form and a clearly visible press mark. The dry leaf displays a dark green, slightly glossy color with silvery buds.\u003cbr data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003e The fragrance features subtle, typical Xiaguan smoky notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003e The infusion is orange-yellow and clear, the aroma intense and clean. On the palate, the tea is full-bodied, powerful, and harmonious, with a dense texture and a quick, lingering finish of sweetness. The balance between smokiness, sweetness, and structure is very well achieved. It has a long aftertaste, good depth, and high yield over many infusions. A tea that clearly reflects the classic Xiaguan style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003e Classification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003e Te Tuo is one of Xiaguan's most renowned Tuocha styles. The 2012 vintage is currently in an attractive mid-maturity stage: already very drinkable, yet with further development potential. Particularly suitable for lovers of traditional Xiaguan shengs with a smoky character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2224\"\u003e storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003eStore in a dry, well-ventilated place, protected from light and free from foreign odors.\u003cbr data-start=\"2297\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003e Still has a good shelf life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2364\"\u003e Recommendation before drinking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2554\"\u003e It is recommended to break up the tea upon receipt and let it \"breathe\" for about 2 weeks so that it can better adapt to oxygen and its aroma profile can develop more harmoniously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2561\" data-end=\"2589\"\u003e Preparation instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2590\" data-end=\"2749\"\u003e Suitable for gaiwan or pu-erh pot.\u003cbr data-start=\"2628\" data-end=\"2631\"\u003e Recommendation:\u003cbr data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2649\"\u003e – 6–7 g of tea\u003cbr data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2663\"\u003e – Water: 95–100 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"2682\" data-end=\"2685\"\u003e – Short initial infusions, then extend to taste\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ChanChu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56699115667829,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/2245\/8997\/files\/IMG_1017_heic_81dcbf96-29ab-4d54-8074-f91b6988b821.png?v=1770244387","url":"https:\/\/chanchutea.com\/en\/products\/xiaguan-te-tuo-pu-erh-sheng-2012","provider":"ChanChu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}