{"product_id":"mengku-rongshi-muyechun-aged-raw-puerh-mangfei-dry-stored","title":"Mengku Rongshi Mu Ye Chun Series: Aged Raw Pu-erh from Mangfei","description":"\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 19 years of meticulous Xi'an dry storage transforms this Mengku Rongshi Muyechun \u003c\/strong\u003e木叶醇\u003cstrong\u003e raw pu-erh into a pristine, honey-sweet masterpiece that reveals why Mangfei \u003c\/strong\u003e忙肺\u003cstrong\u003e earned its place among Lincang's legendary \"Four Dragons.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-bold\"\u003eA flagship aged raw pu-erh series from one of Yunnan's most respected tea families, offering the rare opportunity to experience Mangfei terroir at multiple stages of maturation—all preserved with crystalline purity in northern China's ideal dry storage conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mt-6 mb-4 font-bold text-foreground\/85 text-2xl dark:border-slate-5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes It Unique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eLincang \"Four Dragons\" Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMangfei 忙肺 stands alongside Bingdao 冰岛, Xigui 昔归, and Daxueshan 大雪山 as one of Lincang's four most prized tea mountains—this series gives you direct access to this legendary terroir.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003e17-19 Years of Xi'an Dry Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNorthern China's low-humidity environment ensures zero mustiness, zero off-flavors—just pure, clean transformation that lets the tea's true character shine through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eMengku Rongshi Legacy Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrom the family that pioneered the \"Muyechun 木叶醇\" philosophy of mellow purity, this raw pu-erh collection represents their definitive expression of Mangfei large-leaf material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eMultiple Vintages, One Curated Collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eExplore 2007 and 2012 productions side by side—compare how different years of aging reveal different facets of Mangfei's bold, honey-sweet character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eFirst-Batch Historic Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 2007 cakes mark the inaugural production from Rongshi's Yongde branch factory—a milestone vintage sought after by collectors worldwide.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mt-6 mb-4 font-bold text-foreground\/85 text-2xl dark:border-slate-5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Story Behind This Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003eThe Muyechun series was born from a problem that plagued the pu-erh world in the early 2000s. At that time, most pu-erh—especially ripe pu-erh—carried a heavy \"pile odor\" (Duī Wèi, 堆味) that overshadowed the tea's natural qualities. Mr. Rong Jiasheng, the inheritor of the Mengku large-leaf tea tradition, asked a simple question:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow can we preserve the powerful character of Yunnan's large-leaf varietals while achieving the mellowness that only time can bring?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003eHis answer became the Muyechun philosophy—a name that translates roughly to \"Wood Leaf Mellow.\" The concept centers on allowing time, rather than aggressive processing, to do the work of transformation. While the Muyechun ripe tea line launched in 2005 with a groundbreaking \"rest before pressing\" technique, the raw pu-erh series followed a different path: source exceptional spring material from Mangfei, press it carefully, and let years of proper storage reveal its potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003eMangfei (忙肺) is no ordinary tea mountain. Located in Yongde County, it ranks among Lincang's \"Four Dragons\" (临沧四小龙)—the region's four most celebrated tea-producing areas, alongside the now-famous Bingdao, Xigui, and Daxueshan. What sets Mangfei apart is its combination of power and sweetness: bold, penetrating tea energy (Chá Qì, 茶气), deep and lingering fragrance, and a returning sweetness (Huí Gān, 回甘) that seems to go on forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003eThe Rongshi Yongde branch factory, established to take advantage of Mangfei's proximity, began production in 2007. That first batch—including the 2007 Muyechun No. 3 featured in this collection—marked the beginning of what has become a highly sought-after series. The factory selected one-bud-three-leaf spring material from Mangfei's large-leaf varietal (Máng Fèi Dà Yè Zhǒng, 忙肺大叶种), trees known for their thick, stout leaves and extraordinarily high concentration of tea compounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003eWhat truly distinguishes this collection, however, is what happened after pressing. Every cake in this series has spent its entire aging journey in Xi'an, the ancient capital of northern China. Xi'an's continental climate—dry winters, moderate humidity in other seasons—creates what tea specialists call \"northern dry storage\" (Běi Fāng Gān Cāng, 北方干仓). Unlike the humid conditions of Guangdong or Hong Kong, which accelerate transformation but risk introducing musty notes, Xi'an's environment allows the tea to evolve slowly and cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003eThe result, after 17 to 19 years, is remarkable. The 2007 cakes have developed a complexity that exceeds what many expected from Mangfei material: the original floral and vegetal notes have deepened into layers of honey, aged wood (Chén Xiāng, 沉香), and a subtle sweetness that enters the throat and stays. The liquor has shifted from bright gold to a transparent chestnut-red, while the mouthfeel has become oily and smooth—yet the tea retains enough vitality to continue evolving for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003eFor collectors and daily drinkers alike, this series offers something increasingly rare: the chance to experience properly aged raw pu-erh from a prestigious origin, stored under ideal conditions, at a price point that reflects value rather than speculation. Each vintage tells a slightly different story, but all share the Muyechun promise of purity, power, and honest transformation.\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 Raw Pu-erh Journey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eWhy Trust This Collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eVerified Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDirect from Mengku Rongshi's Yongde factory, using certified Mangfei large-leaf material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eComplete Storage History:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e17-19 years of documented Xi'an dry storage with zero flavor contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eSample Options Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTry before committing—30g and 100g samples let you experience the tea firsthand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eYour aged Mangfei raw pu-erh awaits.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThese are the flavors that earned Mangfei its place among Lincang's legendary \"Four Dragons\"—now matured to near-perfection through nearly two decades of Xi'an dry storage. Whether you're seeking a daily drinker with genuine depth or building a collection of properly aged sheng pu-erh, this Muyechun series delivers authentic value from one of Yunnan's most respected tea families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-bold\"\u003eOrder now and taste the difference that true dry storage makes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"戎氏","offers":[{"title":"2007 No.2 400g Cake \/ 30g Sample (Xi'an Dry-Stored)","offer_id":57282239791407,"sku":"P6044-2007-1","price":28.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2007 No.2 400g Cake \/ 100g Loose (Xi'an Dry-Stored)","offer_id":57282239824175,"sku":"P6044-2007-2","price":86.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2007 No.2 400g Cake \/ Individual Cake (Xi'an Dry-Stored)","offer_id":57282239856943,"sku":"P6044-2007-3","price":299.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2007 No.3 400g Cake \/ 30g Sample (Xi'an Dry-Stored)","offer_id":57282239922479,"sku":"P6044-2007-4","price":27.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2007 No.3 400g Cake \/ 100g Loose (Xi'an Dry-Stored)","offer_id":57282239955247,"sku":"P6044-2007-5","price":83.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2007 No.3 400g Cake \/ Individual Cake (Xi'an Dry-Stored)","offer_id":57282239988015,"sku":"P6044-2007-6","price":289.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2007 2kg Golden Melon (Jin Gua) \/ 30g Sample (Xi'an Dry-Stored)","offer_id":57282240053551,"sku":"P6044-2007-7","price":28.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2007 2kg Golden Melon (Jin Gua) \/ 100g Loose (Xi'an Dry-Stored)","offer_id":57282240086319,"sku":"P6044-2007-8","price":86.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2007 2kg Golden Melon (Jin Gua) \/ Individual Cake (Xi'an Dry-Stored)","offer_id":57282240119087,"sku":"P6044-2007-9","price":1499.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2012 2kg Golden Melon (Jin Gua) \/ 30g Sample (Xi'an Dry-Stored)","offer_id":57282240184623,"sku":"P6044-2012-1","price":11.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2012 2kg Golden Melon (Jin Gua) \/ 100g Loose (Xi'an Dry-Stored)","offer_id":57282240217391,"sku":"P6044-2012-2","price":34.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2012 2kg Golden Melon (Jin Gua) \/ Individual Cake (Xi'an Dry-Stored)","offer_id":57282240250159,"sku":"P6044-2012-3","price":599.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/4854\/1999\/files\/2007-1_2.jpg?v=1777210843","url":"https:\/\/orientaleaf.com\/products\/mengku-rongshi-muyechun-aged-raw-puerh-mangfei-dry-stored","provider":"Orientaleaf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}