Yiwu Zhengshan Ancient Tree Shou Puerh Tea Cake 2009 - 357g Pure Material

Premium 2009 Yiwu Zhengshan Ancient Tree Shou Puerh - 17-Year Aged Pure Material

Experience the exceptional elegance and depth of this rare 2009 vintage Yiwu Zhengshan ancient tree shou puerh, aged for 17 years. This 357-gram cake is crafted from 100% pure Yiwu Zhengshan ancient tree material through careful fermentation, representing a unique expression of ripe pu-erh that combines Yiwu's renowned gentle sweetness with the mellow character of aged shou puerh.

Yiwu Zhengshan Ancient Tree Pure Material - Rare Excellence

This tea is made exclusively from pure Yiwu Zhengshan ancient tree material (易武正山古树纯料发酵), ensuring supreme quality and authentic terroir expression. Yiwu Zhengshan is one of the most prestigious tea regions in Yunnan, historically known as the "Queen of Pu-erh Tea" for its gentle, sweet, and refined character. Crafting Yiwu ancient tree material into shou puerh is a rare and precious endeavor, as most Yiwu tea is processed as sheng puerh. This makes aged Yiwu shou puerh exceptionally rare and highly collectible.

17 Years of Transformation - Time's Gift

After 17 years of natural aging since 2009, this tea has reached a magnificent drinking window. The fermentation and extended aging have transformed the tea into a supremely smooth, mellow expression while preserving Yiwu's characteristic gentle sweetness and elegant fragrance. The tea displays exceptional purity and depth that only premium ancient tree material and patient aging can achieve.

Tasting Experience - Gentle, Sweet, and Refined

The tea liquor presents a deep, rich red color with brilliant transparency. The aroma is elegant and refined, with subtle floral and honey notes characteristic of Yiwu, enhanced by aged woody fragrance. The entry is exceptionally smooth and gentle, gliding effortlessly across the palate with silky texture. The flavor is sweet and mellow with remarkable depth and complexity. The mouthfeel is soft and润滑 (smooth), with a delicate, refined character that showcases Yiwu's "Queen of Pu-erh" elegance. The returning sweetness is gentle yet persistent, and the throat feel is smooth and lasting. There is no harshness or rough edges—only pure, refined enjoyment.

Key Features:

Origin: Yiwu Zhengshan, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Province
Tea Type: Shou Puerh (Ripe Pu-erh) - Ancient Tree Pure Material
Vintage: 2009 (17+ years aged)
Weight: 357 grams (standard cake)
Material: 100% pure Yiwu Zhengshan ancient tree material fermentation (易武正山古树纯料发酵)
Rarity: Rare aged Yiwu shou puerh - most Yiwu is processed as sheng puerh
Liquor: Deep, rich red with brilliant transparency
Aroma: Elegant and refined with floral, honey, and aged woody notes
Flavor Profile: Sweet, mellow, gentle, and refined with remarkable depth
Mouthfeel: Exceptionally smooth and silky with soft, delicate character
Character: "Queen of Pu-erh" elegance combined with aged shou puerh mellowness
Collectibility: Rare and highly collectible aged Yiwu shou puerh

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