{"product_id":"2021-daxueshan-xueshan-zhi-dian-high-pole-ancient-tree-raw-pu-erh-1kg-雪山之巅","title":"2021 Daxueshan Xueshan Zhi Dian High-Pole Ancient-Tree Raw Pu-erh – 1kg 雪山之巅","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2021 Daxueshan “Xueshan Zhi Dian” High-Pole Ancient-Tree Raw Pu-erh – 1kg 雪山之巅\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA substantial 2021 Yunnan \u003cstrong\u003eraw Pu-erh \/ sheng puer\u003c\/strong\u003e from Mengku Daxueshan, pressed into an impressive 1kg cake under the 雪山之巅 \/ Xueshan Zhi Dian presentation. The tea is presented as high-pole ancient-tree, single-tree material selected from early spring harvests, giving this oversized cake both strong visual presence and serious gongfu-tea appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw Pu-erh \/ Sheng Puer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2021 early spring\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mengku Daxueshan, Lincang, Yunnan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea style:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-pole ancient-tree \/ single-tree material\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large compressed round tea cake\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1kg \/ 1000g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste \u0026amp; aroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe liquor is bright and clean with a high-mountain fragrance, soft sweetness and a smooth entrance. Bitterness and astringency are restrained, allowing the floral, mineral and returning-sweetness character to stay clear through repeated infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to brew\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu:\u003c\/strong\u003e Break off 6–8g with a tea pick and use a 100–150ml gaiwan or small teapot. Brew with 95–100°C \/ 203–212°F water. Start with an 8–12 second infusion and lengthen later steeps gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday teapot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use around 4–5g per 300ml of hot water and steep for 2–3 minutes. Re-steep several times, increasing the time as the leaves open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to drink\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis high-mountain raw Pu-erh is best enjoyed from late morning through the afternoon, especially during longer gongfu sessions where its aroma, texture and returning sweetness can develop across many infusions. The large cake also makes it suitable for long-term rotation and aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with fresh fruit, lightly roasted nuts, almond pastries, steamed dumplings, mild cheeses or simple rice dishes. Lighter foods allow the tea’s high-mountain fragrance and clean sweetness to remain prominent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage \u0026amp; aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the 1kg cake in a clean, dry, ventilated and odor-free place away from direct sunlight and excess humidity. Because of its large format, breathable tea paper and a dedicated tea box or large ceramic storage vessel are especially useful. Stable conditions allow raw Pu-erh to develop gradually over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTea-room styling \u0026amp; gifting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oversized 1kg round cake and blue-white mountain design make this one of the strongest visual pieces in a \u003cstrong\u003eNew Chinese, Zen, collector or wabi-sabi tea interior\u003c\/strong\u003e. Display one wrapped cake on a sturdy dark-wood stand beside Yixing clay, celadon or handmade stoneware. Its impressive scale also makes it a memorable gift for serious Pu-erh drinkers and collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this raw or ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is raw Pu-erh \/ sheng puer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat year is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2021 early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is it from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMengku Daxueshan in Lincang, Yunnan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does one cake weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1kg \/ 1000g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does high-pole ancient-tree \/ single-tree mean here?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tea is presented as selected early-spring material from tall ancient tea trees, with single-tree material highlighted in the presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright and smooth with high-mountain fragrance, restrained bitterness, soft sweetness and a lingering returning finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it continue aging?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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