2018 Ancient Tree Shoumei White Tea | Xiangzhuqing Heritage
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Seven years of meticulous dry storage transforms this 300-year-old ancient tree Shoumei into a living treasure—where each infusion unveils layers of orchid, camphor, and honey that only centuries-old tea trees and patient aging can produce.
What Makes It Unique
- 300-Year-Old Ancient Tree Origin — Irreplaceable raw material from trees that predate modern history, offering depth no plantation tea can match.
- Xiangzhuqing 香竹箐 3200 Ancient Grove — Sourced from one of Yunnan's most sacred tea forests, home to the legendary "King of Tea Trees."
- Seven Years Perfectly Aged — Following the Chinese wisdom of "one year tea, three years medicine, seven years treasure," this tea has reached its golden maturity.
- Kunming Dry Storage Excellence — Zero mustiness, pure transformation—professional climate-controlled aging preserves pristine honey-floral character.
- Multi-Dimensional Flavor Evolution — Each infusion reveals new aromatics: from milk and bean to orchid, osmanthus, and rare camphor notes.
The Story Behind This Tea
High in the mountains of Fengqing County, Yunnan Province, lies the Xiangzhuqing ancient tea grove—a sanctuary where tea trees have grown undisturbed for centuries. Among these 3,200 ancient specimens, a select group of trees over 300 years old provided the raw material for this exceptional Shoumei white tea. These are not cultivated plantation trees; they are wild guardians of a forest ecosystem, their roots reaching deep into mineral-rich soil, drawing nutrients accumulated over three centuries.
In spring 2018, skilled harvesters carefully selected one bud with three to four leaves from these ancient giants—a picking standard that balances the sweetness of young growth with the substance of mature leaves. The leaves were then processed using traditional white tea methods: a gentle withering (Wēi Diāo, 萎凋) under natural airflow, followed by slow drying, with no rolling, no fixation, and no manipulation of the leaf's natural structure. This "minimal intervention" philosophy—the hallmark of authentic white tea craftsmanship—allows the tea's inherent character to express itself fully.
Since 2018, this tea has rested in Kunming's ideal dry storage conditions. At an elevation of approximately 1,900 meters with naturally low humidity, Kunming provides the perfect environment for white tea to undergo slow, clean oxidation. Over seven years, the tea has transformed from a fresh, grassy newcomer into something profound—its flavonoid compounds evolving, its harsh edges softening into layers of honey, dried flowers, and the distinctive camphor note that signals genuine aged white tea quality.
What you hold is not merely tea; it is seven years of patience made tangible, three centuries of tree wisdom captured in a cup, and a direct connection to one of China's most revered ancient tea forests.
Ready to Start Your Aged White Tea Journey?
Why Trust This Tea:
- Verified Origin: Sourced directly from the Xiangzhuqing ancient grove, with full traceability to 300-year-old trees.
- Professional Storage Guarantee: Seven years of monitored dry storage in Kunming—no dampness, no off-flavors, only pure aged white tea character.
- Rare & Limited: Ancient tree material is inherently scarce; each harvest from these 300-year-old trees is finite and irreplaceable.
This is your opportunity to experience what Chinese tea collectors call "drinkable time"—a 2018 ancient tree Shoumei that has crossed the seven-year threshold into true treasure status. With limited stock from this specific harvest, secure your piece of Xiangzhuqing heritage today.
Seven years of meticulous dry storage transforms this 300-year-old ancient tree Shoumei into a living treasure—where each infusion unveils layers of orchid, camphor, and honey that only centuries-old tea trees and patient aging can produce.
What Makes It Unique
- 300-Year-Old Ancient Tree Origin — Irreplaceable raw material from trees that predate modern history, offering depth no plantation tea can match.
- Xiangzhuqing 香竹箐 3200 Ancient Grove — Sourced from one of Yunnan's most sacred tea forests, home to the legendary "King of Tea Trees."
- Seven Years Perfectly Aged — Following the Chinese wisdom of "one year tea, three years medicine, seven years treasure," this tea has reached its golden maturity.
- Kunming Dry Storage Excellence — Zero mustiness, pure transformation—professional climate-controlled aging preserves pristine honey-floral character.
- Multi-Dimensional Flavor Evolution — Each infusion reveals new aromatics: from milk and bean to orchid, osmanthus, and rare camphor notes.
The Story Behind This Tea
High in the mountains of Fengqing County, Yunnan Province, lies the Xiangzhuqing ancient tea grove—a sanctuary where tea trees have grown undisturbed for centuries. Among these 3,200 ancient specimens, a select group of trees over 300 years old provided the raw material for this exceptional Shoumei white tea. These are not cultivated plantation trees; they are wild guardians of a forest ecosystem, their roots reaching deep into mineral-rich soil, drawing nutrients accumulated over three centuries.
In spring 2018, skilled harvesters carefully selected one bud with three to four leaves from these ancient giants—a picking standard that balances the sweetness of young growth with the substance of mature leaves. The leaves were then processed using traditional white tea methods: a gentle withering (Wēi Diāo, 萎凋) under natural airflow, followed by slow drying, with no rolling, no fixation, and no manipulation of the leaf's natural structure. This "minimal intervention" philosophy—the hallmark of authentic white tea craftsmanship—allows the tea's inherent character to express itself fully.
Since 2018, this tea has rested in Kunming's ideal dry storage conditions. At an elevation of approximately 1,900 meters with naturally low humidity, Kunming provides the perfect environment for white tea to undergo slow, clean oxidation. Over seven years, the tea has transformed from a fresh, grassy newcomer into something profound—its flavonoid compounds evolving, its harsh edges softening into layers of honey, dried flowers, and the distinctive camphor note that signals genuine aged white tea quality.
What you hold is not merely tea; it is seven years of patience made tangible, three centuries of tree wisdom captured in a cup, and a direct connection to one of China's most revered ancient tea forests.
Ready to Start Your Aged White Tea Journey?
Why Trust This Tea:
- Verified Origin: Sourced directly from the Xiangzhuqing ancient grove, with full traceability to 300-year-old trees.
- Professional Storage Guarantee: Seven years of monitored dry storage in Kunming—no dampness, no off-flavors, only pure aged white tea character.
- Rare & Limited: Ancient tree material is inherently scarce; each harvest from these 300-year-old trees is finite and irreplaceable.
This is your opportunity to experience what Chinese tea collectors call "drinkable time"—a 2018 ancient tree Shoumei that has crossed the seven-year threshold into true treasure status. With limited stock from this specific harvest, secure your piece of Xiangzhuqing heritage today.
