2025 Xiao Mengsong Sheng

A vibrant Puerh Sheng with a distinct character. The dried leaves smell of hay, earth, and sweet citrus peel. After brewing, aromas of baked apricot and vanilla unfold, complemented by soft citrus notes. Floral notes and light fruity hints stand out, accompanied by a smooth, full mouthfeel and a dense, complex aroma. Bitterness and astringency are perceptible but subtle and well-integrated, giving the tea an approachable and expressive character. The brew has a pronounced minerality, a refreshing effect, and a lingering sweetness. After several brews, it remains present and continues to develop, with subtle changes in fragrance and flavor. Whether you're new to the world of Puerh or exploring the terroirs of Yunnan, this tea is a great discovery.

The trees are younger than those of the old-tree variety, which we also offer in our catalog. This makes the tea more accessible, both in flavor and price, as younger trees develop fewer tannins. However, these are mature tea trees with well-developed trunks and roots that reach almost two meters in height and are planted ample apart.

The garden is managed entirely organically, without the use of chemicals. There are several beehives among the trees. The trees are pruned sparingly, and weeds are removed by hand once a year, without digging up the soil.

Tasting:

You can prepare it in a teapot, a gaiwan, or a similar vessel. The amount of leaves used will depend on the volume of the brew. We recommend approximately 5 to 9 grams per 100 ml, and infusion at 100°C.

Using water with low residue and chlorine promotes the infusion of the leaves.

We recommend steeping the leaves several times: Between 5 and 15 seconds for the first steep, and reducing to about 10 seconds for subsequent steeps.