Xiao Zhong Jin Mu Dan Black Tea Spring 2024 Harvest | Wuyi Mountains, Fujian

Discover our exceptional Xiao Zhong Jin Mu Dan, a distinguished black tea that marries the historic Zhengshan Xiaozhong crafting techniques with the prestigious Golden Peony cultivar. Hand-harvested in spring 2024 from the pristine slopes of the Wuyi Mountains.

Craftsmanship & Processing

This unique tea represents a masterful evolution of traditional Xiao Zhong processing. Each large leaf from the Jin Mu Dan cultivar undergoes meticulous handling:
- Careful withering to preserve leaf integrity
- Traditional rolling techniques adapted for larger leaves
- Extended oxidation period to develop complexity
- Precise temperature-controlled drying
- Natural pine wood finishing without smoking

Tasting Journey

Experience an extraordinary progression of flavors across multiple infusions:
Initial Steeps: Rich berry sweetness with savory undertones
Middle Steeps: Complex fruity-floral bouquet emerges
Later Steeps: Deep mineral notes with subtle pine essence
Aroma: Sweet and complex, with hints of wild flowers
Body: Pleasantly thick, smooth mouthfeel
Finish: Exceptional hui gan with lasting sweetness

Wuyi Mountain Terroir

Our tea gardens benefit from the unique environment of the Wuyi Mountains:
High-elevation cultivation (800+ meters)
Natural biodiversity
Mineral-rich rocky soils
Regular mountain mists
Dramatic temperature variations

Tea Leaves

Showcasing the prestigious Jin Mu Dan (Golden Peony) cultivar:
 Large, wild-tree leaves (3-8cm)
 Dark, twisted appearance
 Beautiful golden buds
 Exceptional leaf integrity
 Superior infusion longevity