GUA 2003 Raw Pu-erh Tea Flower – 280 g

Name: 2003 Pu'erh Flower Origin: Yunnan, China Specificity: An exceptional piece of highly compressed raw Pu-erh, shaped into a unique form evoking a sculpted head or bud. This extremely dense (280g) tea "flower" embodies both artisanal skill and remarkable aging potential. Its very high compression allows for exceptionally long infusions, gradually revealing its full richness. Packaging: Compact tea flower, 280g Bouquet: Dry, the piece emits a deep, ancient fragrance, marked by notes of noble wood, roots, and undergrowth. After rinsing, and 4-5 infusions, the slowly unfurling leaves offer a full and vibrant bouquet: precious wood, living earth, mature vegetal nuances, with a mineral and slightly camphoraceous touch. Texture: Dense and lively liquor, with a full, almost tactile mouthfeel. A structured and enveloping sensation, evolving with great fluidity throughout the infusions. Taste: The attack is frank, deep, and immediately expressive. The aromatic profile unfolds around: Noble wood and ancient roots Damp undergrowth and living earth Subtle resin and evolved vegetal notes Refreshing camphoraceous notes The finish is remarkable, persistent, and enveloping, leaving a lasting and meditative impression. Each infusion reveals a new dimension, oscillating between power and finesse. Color: From bright yellow in the first infusions, the liquor gradually evolves into a deep orange evoking a sunset, with great clarity and beautiful visual density. Properties: Promotes digestion and internal balance Stimulates and regulates Qi (vital energy) Tea conducive to meditation, soothing and centering Very great aging potential This tea develops a particularly striking Qi: deep, grounded, while opening perception and awakening the senses. Dosage: 6 to 8 grams (or fragments) for 15 to 25 infusions, or even more thanks to its exceptional compression Preparation: Tea awakening: 1 to 2 rinses at 95–100 °C (2–5 seconds, depending on compactness) Infusion: Start at 90–95 °C, 10 to 15 seconds, then gradually increase This 2003 Pu-erh flower is a rare and fascinating piece, as much an object of contemplation as a tea for tasting. Its unique, almost sculptural form and extreme density make it a distinctive experience. It embodies time, transformation, and patience: a tea that doesn't reveal itself immediately, but slowly, infusion after infusion, with an almost meditative depth. A true sensory journey, between matter, energy, and silence.