Overview

The 2001 Ancient Puer - WangXia "Puerh Fang Cha" (Square Brick) 100g Puerh Sheng Cha Raw Tea is a compact, hard-pressed small cake. It features a high ratio of young tea buds and tiny leaves, crafted according to the blend recipe of the well-known “92 Fang Zhuan” (92’s Square Brick by Menghai Tea Factory).

The wrapper paper box of this tea has some unique printing errors, making it distinctive:

1. On the side, it incorrectly shows “净重 100 公分,” which translates to “net weight 100 cm.” The correct text should be “净重 100 公克,” meaning “net weight 100 grams.”

2. On the back, the word “经久耐泡” has a misprinted character. The “经” character should have the “工” radical at the bottom right, but it was mistakenly printed with a “土” radical instead.

These two errors have become identifying features of this tea, especially since there was no production date printed on the wrapper back in 2001.

Taste Profile

This tea exhibits minor bitterness and astringency, maintaining a mellow and smooth character. It offers a spring water-like returning sweetness, with the flavors well-infused into the water. The lingering aftertaste is refreshing and complemented by a slight smoky flavor, enhancing the overall tea experience.

Storage

Naturally stored in Guangzhou, this tea has been carefully aged to enrich its distinctive qualities. The natural aging process helps develop a deeper and more complex flavor profile.

Background

Ms. Wang Xia (王霞) has an illustrious career in the tea industry. She worked at the Menghai Tea Factory from 1978 to 1999, holding various roles from a tea worker to the Chief Inspector of QC. In 1999, she co-founded the Simao Puerh Tea Factory and served as CEO until 2004, when she established her own tea factory. Her extensive expertise in tea material selection and production significantly contributes to the high quality of this tea.

Recommendation

Highly recommended for enhancing the tea experience, this tea is a testament to traditional craftsmanship and expert selection, offering a unique and enjoyable drinking experience.