2004 Zhong Cha ‘CNNP 7542′ HK Dry Stored Raw Puerh Cake

CNNP at this time was an umbrella for many privatised tea factories and private labels to press cakes and wrap under the CNNP label. Although a year older than our Menghai 7542 this cake was stored in Dry Storage conditions meaning the 2 teas sit in a very different place age wise with the CNNP retaining lots of its charactor and umph! We source these cakes via a reputable dealer in Hong Kong. The cakes have been dry stored in Hong Kong since 2005. It’s coming on very well, dark colour with aged complexity but a hint of astringency is noticeable when pushed. Make no mistake, this tea will slap you round the chops if you let him, be respectful!