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This 2025 batch was awarded top honors in the Wenshan Baozhong Tea Competition and hand-selected during an on-site visit with access to several Class A competition lots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from Qing Xin cultivar leaves harvested in late April at approximately 750 meters elevation, this Baozhong offers a superb balance of aromatics and structure. 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Steep for 2–3 minutes. Multiple infusions recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGong Fu Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 5–6g in a 120–150ml gaiwan. Start with a 30-second infusion at 90°C, gradually increasing steep time with each infusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It's Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis year's selection delivers the hallmark characteristics of a top-tier Baozhong: clarity of flavor, expressive floral aroma, and a finish that feels both cleansing and comforting. 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Harvested from 1980s-era young trees in the remote Bulang village of Mànmài on Bada Mountain, this tea is cultivated in naturally managed (shēngtài) gardens near the Myanmar border. The gardens are overseen by Nán Hé, a close friend of producer Dá É, and reflect an ongoing commitment to clean, ecological tea practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManmai village, home to just over 100 Bulang families, is situated in western Menghai County in Yunnan’s Xishuangbanna region—an area prized for its bold, grounding teas. 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Expect long-lasting tones simultaneously connoting tropical fruit, dignified vegetation, and florality, all framed within a mineraly back-bone that keeps the sips thick, buttery, and lubracative, always beckoning for that next rip. Element: Metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description product-description\" data-model=\"XLite\\Model\\Product\" data-identifier=\"59013\" data-property=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh out of celebrating 1st prize wins earlier this year in the spring, we are proud to carry the Chen family of Li Shan's Winter Oolong achievements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered by many connoisseurs to be the superior time to make high mountain tea over the more popular springtime, winter is the only other timeframe a proper high mountain oolong can be grown and made in areas at this high of an elevation. Sometimes simply referred to as \u003cem\u003elěng chá\u003c\/em\u003e literally \"cold tea\", the weather that produced this tea during this time can be more than 10°C cooler than the spring harvest time, maximizing the adverse conditions high mountain oolong from Taiwan so famously benefits from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile spring tea is known for its florality and brightness, expect winter cold tea iterations to highlight sweetness, vegetality, and extended resilience-to-brewing longevity. Expect long-lasting tones simultaneously connoting tropical fruit, dignified vegetation, and florality, all framed within a mineraly back-bone that keeps the sips thick, buttery, and lubracative, always beckoning for that next rip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuspicious occurrences this last spring unfolded to allow us to come into another completely new-to-Rivers \u0026amp; Lakes contact, the Chen family of Li Shan, a family originally from Zhu Shan further south. The greater Li Shan growing area hosts the highest gardens in Taiwan, with several parts of its range eclipsing the 2000 meter mark. 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The somewhat generic title máo fēng (literally hairy tip) still aptly describes these trichome-rich, downy buds that not only look cool, but can only be found on recently sprouted tea buds, an indication of choice spring tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink of this tea as a more simplified, slightly later harvested Gan Lu, without the prestige-influenced price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo stagger and contrast with the February harvests of the earlier Sichuan release, we sought out these March 16th harvested sprouts grown at 1100 meters on the slopes of Meng Ding. Brothier, juicier, more grounded, this is an ideal early spring green tea. 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Produced by Mr. Wu—a direct descendant of the Wu Sangui lineage and a specialist in Shui Xian—this Rougui diverges from the high-fragrance, acrid-bodied styles dominating the commodity market. Instead, it offers a heartier, smoother mouthfeel with tall, expansive wood tones and subtle, demure aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis light-to-medium roast tea was crafted from bushes planted nearly 40 years ago and now being developed toward Gao Cong (“High Bush”) designation. The result is a nuanced, unconventional take on Rougui that avoids overwhelming floral theatrics in favor of lasting balance, texture, and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild and restrained; toasty, woody, with hints of cinnamon bark and charcoal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm, woody, and gently spiced with a mineral-rich, slightly savory structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMouthfeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, rounded, with satisfying depth and no astringency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lingering mineral clarity and faint warming sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVillage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wusandi, near the headwaters of the Huangbai River, Fujian, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElevation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 600–1000+ meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rougui \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light to medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mr. Wu, descendant of Wu Sangui\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ecologically grown; no synthetic inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~40 years; planted by Mr. Wu’s father\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerroir \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWusandi is a secluded village with centuries of tea history, known for its pristine environment, spring-fed soils, and high-elevation growing conditions. Its teas are considered among the best alternatives to Zhengyan (core scenic area) Wuyi teas, often praised for their clean energy and honest expression of cultivar character. Mr. Wu's family has cultivated tea here since the Qing dynasty, with surviving study books and oral histories connecting his work to generations of Shui Xian mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the more commercial “matou rougui” (horse meat Rougui) styles that prioritize exaggerated aroma at the expense of texture and complexity, Mr. Wu’s approach offers a reprieve—guided by the complementary philosophy often summed up in Wuyi: \u003cem\u003e“Aromatic as Rougui, mellow as Shui Xian”\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewing Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGong Fu Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 6–7g per 100–120ml gaiwan or Yixing pot. Boiling water (100°C). Rinse briefly. Start with 10–15 second infusions, increasing time gradually with each brew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 3g per 250ml. Steep at 95–100°C for 2–3 minutes. Suitable for multiple infusions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVessels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best brewed in unglazed clay or thick-walled ceramic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It’s Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea stands apart as a thoughtful, terroir-driven Rougui with restraint and depth. It offers a rewarding experience for seasoned yancha drinkers seeking complexity without flash, and for anyone interested in the highland alternatives to Wuyi’s scenic park teas. With its clean ecological roots, family lineage, and elegant execution, this Wusandi Rougui is both a daily drinker and a connoisseur’s find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTCM Herb Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Camellia sinensis (semi-oxidized)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e (Wu Long Cha)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly cooling to neutral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bitter-sweet, aromatic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTCM Functions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harmonizes digestion, disperses mild food stagnation, clears Heat, and refreshes the Spirit (Shen)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally used to support digestion, ease Damp-Heat, and gently move Qi. 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Element: Fire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description product-description\" data-model=\"XLite\\Model\\Product\" data-identifier=\"59021\" data-property=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother curated selection from the repertoire of our skilled friends up on Shan Lin Xi - the Yungs - this high mountain grown aged hong cha offers a spin on the Taiwanese high mountain experience. Not typically pursuant of aged reds, we were actually quite surprised at the complexity of the juicy mouthfeel, fragrant aroma, and the definitely-going-back-for-more-ness produced by this tea, especially when performing within a gong fu session. A tea produced in 2013, the flavor profile has retained boldness and has crystallized notes of a complex berry reduction. The result is an approachable, fun, and delicious tea with just the right amount of mystery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cultivar used for this red tea in Qing Xin and these leaves were grown between 1600-1800 meters in the Long Feng Xia growing region of greater Shan Lin Xi. The late spring season's shift in weather as well as production variables provide the Yungs with an auspicious time to craft their annual hong cha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfusingly, in the West, we have become accustomed to referring to this style of tea ( \u003cem\u003ehóng chá\u003c\/em\u003e, literally \"red tea\") as Black tea, arguably the most well-known style of tea in the world. 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