“Change of pace ad reviewing a high mountain Taiwanese Oolong tea rather than the Darjeelings I’ve been tasting and reviewing. What I like about Oolongs is it’s more forgiving than the temperamental...” Read full tasting note
Longfengxia designates the area in the higher levels of the Shanlinxi terroir of Nantou County. Shanlinxi oolong distinguishes itself from other Gao Shan oolongs in that it features clearly defined balsam notes that make it particularly appealing to the palate and nose. Many say that the surrounding fir tree forest that encircles the tea gardens have something to do in conveying this pure evergreen feeling in the cup. It is a must for all high mountain enthusiasts and we must warn you… it is very addictive. The marvellous yellow-gold colour of the liqueur already announces that we are in for a treat! Then, the wild and flowery aroma enthrals you to take a sip and experience a full bodied, thick yet smooth liqueur where crisp balsamic notes with a hint of sweetness linger on and on. This tea is very generous, in the cup and in the number of infusions one can extract from these beautifully crafted leaves. A delight!
Additional Information
STYLE OF TEA
Green Oolong Tea
PICKING DATE
April 2014
OXYDATION LEVEL
Low
ROASTING LEVEL
None
TERROIR
Shanlinxi
ADMINISTRATIVE REGION
Nantou County
PICKING STYLE
Hand Picked
CULTIVAR USED
Qing Xin
GARDEN ELEVATION
2000 m
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