{"product_id":"2019-qilin-tribute-ancient-arbor-sheng-pu-erh-357g","title":"Torta di tè Sheng Pu-erh Qilin Tribute 2019 – alberi antichi 357 g","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYears of pristine Xi'an dry storage have transformed this century-old Lincang arbor Sheng into a golden-honeyed treasure—vibrant enough to drink today, yet destined for decades of exquisite evolution.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mt-6 mb-4 font-bold text-foreground\/85 text-base\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes It Unique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA masterfully crafted tribute to Yunnan's tea heritage—this 2019 Sheng Pu-erh delivers crystal-clear golden-honey liquor, intoxicating cedarwood aromatics, and a powerful yet grounding chaqi (茶气, cha qi) that rewards both immediate enjoyment and patient cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eCentury-Old Arbor Provenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHarvested from ancient tea trees in Lincang and Fengqing—terroir that delivers unmatched depth, complexity, and mineral richness unavailable from plantation teas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eYears of Xi'an Dry Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePristine, naturally dry aging ensures clean transformation without mustiness, preserving vibrancy while developing honey-smooth character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003ePerfect Mid-Aged Sweet Spot:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNeither too young nor too aged—experience the golden window where youthful energy meets emerging mellowness, ideal for both drinking now and collecting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003ePowerful Yet Balanced Chaqi:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFeel warmth radiating through chest and limbs; an energizing yet grounding body sensation that distinguishes exceptional Sheng from ordinary tea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eHeritage Craftsmanship with Qing Dynasty Roots:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNamed for Qilin, a tea pioneer who expanded Fengqing's historic gardens—each cake carries forward centuries of artisanal tradition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mt-6 mb-4 font-bold text-foreground\/85 text-base\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Story Behind This Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003eHigh in Yunnan's Lincang mountains, where mist clings to ancient forests and century-old tea trees draw minerals from primordial soils, spring 2019 brought an extraordinary harvest. North of Xishuangbanna lies Lincang—a vast, rugged area full of ancient tea trees, often considered Yunnan's largest tea-producing region. People love Lincang teas for their strong character, pronounced minerality, and wild fragrance, which comes from the region's high altitudes and rich biodiversity. From these venerable arbors, skilled hands plucked tender leaves destined for something special: a tribute cake honoring Qilin, the Qing dynasty pioneer whose vision transformed Fengqing into one of China's most celebrated tea regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003eHistorically, Fengqing was the heartland of Yunnan black tea, known as Dian Hong. However, the region also has many ancient tea trees. Pu-erh made from this material is excellent, often carrying a unique malty and honeyed sweetness. This cake exemplifies that heritage—sun-dried using traditional methods (晒青, shai qing), then carefully compressed and entrusted to Xi'an's dry continental climate for patient transformation. Five years later, what began as bright, astringent youth has blossomed into brilliant golden-honey liquor, releasing waves of cedarwood, sandalwood, and wild alpine florals with every steeping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003eWhether you seek a daily companion that offers silky warmth and quick-returning sweetness (回甘, hui gan), or a collector's piece destined to deepen into amber richness over the coming decades, this Qilin Tribute represents Yunnan's terroir at its finest—living tea that tells its story one cup at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mt-6 mb-4 font-bold text-foreground\/85 text-2xl dark:border-slate-5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to Start Your Sheng Pu-erh Tea Journey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mt-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eDry-Storage Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStored exclusively in Xi'an dry warehouses—no wet storage, no off-flavors, no compromise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mt-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eAuthentic Ancient Arbor Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVerified Lincang and Fengqing provenance from century-old trees, not plantation material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mt-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eHeritage-Pressed 357g Cake:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTraditional stone-pressing preserves leaf integrity for optimal long-term aging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003eSecure your 2019 Qilin Tribute Ancient Arbor Sheng Pu-erh today—experience its golden vibrancy now or cellar it for future transformation. Limited cakes available for collectors and connoisseurs who understand that exceptional tea rewards patience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"勐普秦香","offers":[{"title":"30g Sample","offer_id":51905239515439,"sku":"P5013-1","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"357g Cake","offer_id":51905239548207,"sku":"P5013-2","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"\"Sette torte\" in pila (357 g × 7)","offer_id":58063487893807,"sku":null,"price":720.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/4854\/1999\/files\/01-2019-qilin-tribute-sheng-pu-erh-tea-cake-ancient-arbor-357g-front-packaged-view_1.webp?v=1759816140","url":"https:\/\/orientaleaf.com\/it\/products\/2019-qilin-tribute-ancient-arbor-sheng-pu-erh-357g","provider":"Orientaleaf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}