Menghai Material Shou Puerh Tea Cake 2006 - 357g Classic Aged

Premium 2006 Menghai Material Shou Puerh - 20-Year Aged Classic Masterpiece

Experience the exceptional quality of this 2006 vintage Menghai material shou puerh, aged for 20 years. This 357-gram cake represents a classic masterpiece among ripe pu-erh teas (是熟茶中的经典之作). With tightly compressed cake, clear distinct strands, rich aged fragrance, deep red transparent bright liquor, smooth and delicate entry, and lasting returning sweetness, this tea achieves the perfect balance between aged fragrance and mellow thickness after nearly 20 years of dry storage. An excellent choice for both collection and drinking, this rare treasure is perfect for personal enjoyment or as a gift.

Menghai - Core Production Area of Pu-erh Tea

Menghai is the core production area of pu-erh tea (勐海作为普洱茶的核心产区), renowned worldwide for producing the finest quality pu-erh. Menghai tea material is celebrated for its mellow thickness (其茶料以醇厚著称), creating ripe pu-erh with exceptional depth and character.

Tightly Compressed Cake with Clear Strands

The tea cake is tightly compressed (茶饼紧实) with clear, distinct strands (条索清晰), demonstrating expert processing and proper storage. The neat compression ensures optimal aging and preservation.

Rich Aged Fragrance

The aged fragrance is rich and concentrated (陈香浓郁), showcasing the depth and complexity that 20 years of proper aging has developed. This rich aged aroma is inviting and memorable.

Deep Red Transparent Bright Liquor

The tea liquor is deep red, transparent, and bright (茶汤红浓透亮), displaying the beautiful clarity and rich color that comes from two decades of maturation. The deep red color indicates excellent fermentation and aging.

Smooth and Delicate Entry

The entry is exceptionally smooth and delicate (入口顺滑细腻), gliding effortlessly across the palate with refined texture. The tea demonstrates remarkable smoothness and refinement.

Lasting Returning Sweetness

The returning sweetness is persistent and long-lasting (回甘持久), continuing to evolve and intensify well after drinking. This enduring sweetness is a hallmark of premium aged shou puerh.

Perfect Balance After Nearly 20 Years

After nearly 20 years of dry storage aging (经过近二十年的干仓陈化), this tea's aged fragrance and mellow thickness have reached an excellent balance (这款茶的陈香与醇厚感达到了极佳的平衡). The extended dry storage has created optimal drinking quality.

Excellent for Collection and Drinking

This tea is an excellent choice for both collection and drinking (是收藏与品饮的双重佳选). Whether for personal enjoyment or as a gift, this is a rare treasure (无论是自饮还是送礼，都是不可多得的珍品).

Key Features:

Origin: Menghai - Core production area of pu-erh tea (勐海，普洱茶的核心产区)
Tea Type: Shou Puerh (Ripe Pu-erh) - Menghai Material (勐海料)
Vintage: 2006 (20+ years aged)
Weight: 357 grams (standard cake)
Cake: Tightly compressed (茶饼紧实)
Strands: Clear and distinct (条索清晰)
Aged Fragrance: Rich and concentrated (陈香浓郁)
Liquor: Deep red, transparent, and bright (茶汤红浓透亮)
Entry: Smooth and delicate (入口顺滑细腻)
Returning Sweetness: Lasting and persistent (回甘持久)
Material Character: Celebrated for mellow thickness (茶料以醇厚著称)
Storage: Nearly 20 years of dry storage (近二十年的干仓陈化)
Balance: Aged fragrance and mellow thickness in excellent balance (陈香与醇厚感达到了极佳的平衡)
Quality Status: Classic masterpiece among ripe pu-erh (熟茶中的经典之作)
Purpose: Excellent for both collection and drinking (收藏与品饮的双重佳选)
Value: Rare treasure for personal enjoyment or gifting (自饮还是送礼，都是不可多得的珍品)

Brewing Guide:

Tea Amount: 5-7 grams per 100ml (adjust to taste)
Water Temperature: 95-100°C (203-212°F) - boiling water recommended
Rinse: Quick 5-second rinse to awaken the aged leaves, discard this infusion
First Infusion: 10-15 seconds
Subsequent Infusions: Increase by 5-10 seconds each time
Steeps: Can be re-steeped 18-25 times or more
Teaware: Gaiwan, Yixing clay pot, or glass teapot recommended