Red Gold black tea 2025

Mid-March 2025 Harvest | Zhenyuan, Simao Prefecture

High up in the mist-covered Wu Liang mountains, where the air is thin and the soil rich, we source this exceptional black tea from ancient tea gardens that have been tended by local families for generations. Each leaf is hand-picked at the perfect moment - one bud, one leaf - ensuring only the most tender growth makes it into your cup.

What sets this tea apart is the careful, unhurried processing that follows centuries-old methods. The leaves are gently wilted just enough to begin their transformation, which is why you'll notice hints of green still peeking through the deep brown-red color. It's this restraint in processing that preserves the tea's delicate floral character and gives it remarkable aging potential.

When you first brew it, you'll be greeted by a lovely floral bouquet that's both elegant and comforting. The taste follows through with those same floral notes, balanced by the natural sweetness that comes from high-altitude growing conditions. But here's where it gets really interesting - this isn't a tea you need to drink right away. In fact, it gets better with time.

Store it properly, and you'll discover something wonderful: this tea evolves. Over the first two years, the flavors will deepen and become more complex, developing new layers you didn't notice before. It's like having a living thing in your tea collection that rewards patience.

We love this March harvest because the cool mountain air and spring rains create ideal conditions for slow, concentrated growth. The result is a tea that captures the essence of its terroir - that unique combination of soil, climate, and elevation that makes Wu Liang teas so special.

Perfect for the tea lover who appreciates tradition, quality, and the magic of time.