Description
Product Description
This 2009 Golden Needle Imperial Pu’er is a well-aged ripe loose tea, stored in Kunming’s dry warehouse conditions. It delivers a beautifully full-bodied mouthfeel that is rarely found in aged teas – clean and pure on the palate, with no off-flavours or unwanted fermentation notes.
The dry leaves are tightly twisted, even, and well-proportioned. They have been carefully selected through a rigorous process combining electrostatic sorting and manual picking – ensuring a clean, premium-grade product.
The liquor is thick, rich, and deeply satisfying – mellow, sweet, and aromatic, with a long-lasting tea energy that lingers pleasantly.
Tasting Notes
| Aspect | Description |
|---|---|
| Dry Leaves | Tightly twisted, uniform, and well-sorted – clean and free of debris, thanks to careful processing. |
| Liquor | Deep ruby-red, thick and bright – visually rich and inviting. |
| Palate | Full-bodied, mellow, and sweet – a pleasant natural sweetness permeates each sip. The flavour is deeply satisfying, with a long, gentle aftertaste and a soothing tea energy that lingers. |
| Aroma | Rich and mellow – characteristic aged ripe Pu’er notes with a subtle sweetness. |
| Infused Leaves | Soft, plump, and resilient – a sign of quality fermentation and proper aging. |
Key Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Category | Ripe Pu’er Tea |
| Origin | Menghai Tea Region, Yunnan, China |
| Grade | Imperial Golden Needle (Premium Grade) |
| Vintage | 2009 |
| Processing | Traditional ripe Pu’er fermentation |
| Net Weight | 500g (1 jin) |
| Packaging | Loose tea – bulk pack |
| Appearance | Tight, even strips – clean and well-sorted |
| Flavour Profile | Rich, mellow, sweet, with a long-lasting tea energy |
| Shelf Life | Over 12 months – improves with age under proper storage |
| Storage | Keep in a clean, cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight and strong odours |
| Certification | SC11453282256140 |
| Origin | Yunnan, China |
Packaging Options
| Format | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Single Pack | 500g (1 jin) – wholesale unit |
| Case | 60 packs (30kg total) – full case order |
Brewing Recommendation
| Parameter | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Teaware | A gaiwan (120–150ml) or a Yixing purple clay pot |
| Tea amount | 8g |
| Water volume | 120–150ml per infusion |
| Water temperature | 100°C (212°F) – freshly boiled water |
Steps:
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Warm the vessel – Rinse with boiling water and discard.
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Add the leaves – Place the tea into the warm vessel.
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Rinse (Awakening) – Pour boiling water over the leaves and immediately pour it out after 5 seconds. This removes any dust and awakens the leaves.
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First infusion – Refill with boiling water, cover, and steep for 5–8 seconds. Decant into a fairness cup.
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Subsequent infusions – Add 5–10 seconds to the steeping time for each additional brew. This tea holds its character for 10–12 infusions.
Pro Tip: For bulk loose tea, use a fine-mesh strainer to catch smaller particles. The first rinse is essential for ripe Pu’er to reveal the clean, mellow character beneath.
Storage Advice
To allow this tea to continue improving over time, please follow these guidelines:
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Store in a clean, cool, dry, well-ventilated place.
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Keep away from direct sunlight.
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Avoid strong odours – tea absorbs surrounding scents easily.
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Ideal conditions: temperature 20–30°C, relative humidity below 70%.
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With proper care, this tea will become more mellow and complex with age – “the older, the more fragrant.”
Product Highlights at a Glance
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2009 vintage – well-aged in Kunming’s dry warehouse
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Premium Golden Needle Imperial grade
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Meticulously cleaned – electrostatic sorting + manual selection
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Full-bodied, mellow, and naturally sweet
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Clean and pure – no off-flavours or unwanted notes
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Excellent aging potential – continues to improve over time
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