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GOARTEA

Puerh Tea Cake 357g / 12.59oz 2004 Year Ripe Shu Laobanzhang Wild Ancient Tree Gong Ting Grade - Yunnan Pu-erh Pu erh Puer Pu'er Chinese Tea

Puerh Tea Cake 357g / 12.59oz 2004 Year Ripe Shu Laobanzhang Wild Ancient Tree Gong Ting Grade - Yunnan Pu-erh Pu erh Puer Pu'er Chinese Tea

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A distinguished 2004 vintage from the legendary Laobanzhang terroir, this aged ripe pu-erh cake represents two decades of graceful maturation. Crafted from wild ancient tree leaves at the highest grade, it embodies the depth and complexity that only time can bestow.

⛰️ At a Glance

Vintage/Year
2004
Type
Ripe Pu-erh (Shu)
Origin
Laobanzhang, Yunnan, China
Format
Compressed Cake (357g / 12.59oz)

⛰️ Heritage

Pu-erh tea carries over 1,700 years of Chinese tea history, treasured for its remarkable ability to evolve and deepen with age. Like fine wine, each vintage develops its own character, with ripe pu-erh's earthy richness becoming increasingly refined through patient aging under proper conditions.

📊 Flavor Profile

Body
Full and luxurious
Earthiness/Depth
Deep, complex, grounding
Sweetness
Subtle honey undertones
Caffeine
Moderate
🌲 Earthy Woods🪵 Aged Oak🍯 Honey Silk🌰 Chestnut Notes

🍵 Gongfu Brewing

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Water Temp
212°F (100°C)
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Tea/Water
5g / 100ml (adjust to taste)
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Rinse
Quick rinse with hot water (10 sec) to awaken the leaves
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Steeps
Start at 10s, gradually increase: 15s, 20s, 25s+ for successive infusions

🏛️ Storage & Aging

Store in a cool, dry place away from strong odors. This cake will continue to evolve gracefully over time. Many collectors appreciate pu-erh aged beyond 20 years for its increasing smoothness and complexity.

🎯 Made For

Discerning collectors and tea practitioners who appreciate the meditative journey of aged pu-erh. This vintage cake rewards patience and multiple infusions, revealing new dimensions with each steeping.

— Why We Selected This —

The Gong Ting grade (imperial bud-heavy selection) from wild ancient trees at high altitude represents the pinnacle of pu-erh craftsmanship. Twenty years of natural aging have transformed this cake into a sophisticated, smooth expression worthy of contemplation.

📦 Product Details

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