Xíng Jiàn Bái Mǔ Dan, 行健白牡丹, Xingjian White Peony
Autumn, 2020; var. Camelia sinensis; (Lucy Wang YNteas Agri Tech Co., Ltd.) Menglian, Yunnan; bud and 1-2 leaves, EU Organic, White tea process; 1400-1800m; #TodaysTea, #今天的茶, #JīnTiāndeChá.
Infusion: 3g in 150ml for 20-30sec@75-85deg. C
Dry Leaf Aroma: sharp, pungent, like dried raspberries, red berries, and tropical fruits;
Wet Leaf Aroma: sharp, aromatic, vegetal, a hint of wintergreen, and subtle undertone of honey;
Liquor: thin, pale yellow colour, with a vague peach blossom aroma;
Mouthfeel: syrupy, viscous, sweet, tingling on the tongue, and late, mild buttery finish;
Taste: mellow, comforting, luscious, sweet, mildly peppery, fresh, with retronasal floral hints;
Opinion: This is a pleasant and entertaining Tea. It reminds me of a, “face dancer” one moment you see one face, then the next moment it is something delightfully different. Most enjoyable.