Description
This oolong is harvested in the Moc Chau district of Vietnam. While most of the tea produced in the north of the country is green, growers in Moc Chau mainly produce oolong from the renowned ruan zhi cultivar.
This delicious Grand Cru reveals a complex range of fragrances, with fruity, roasted notes supported by an elegant silky texture.
Special qualities
- Origin:
- Moc Chau, Vietnam
- Tea colour:
- Oolong
Tasting notes
Dry leaf
Appearance: leaves shaped into pearls
Liquor
Colour: amber
Texture: silky
Notes: stewed fruits (apricot, blackberry jam), roasted, woody, grilled chestnut, hazelnut
Suggestion of preparation
With a teapot or a tasting set: 5 minutes in water heated to 90°C (195°F).
According to the gong fu cha method: infusions during 30-40 seconds.
Prepare this tea iced:
In a teapot or a carafe: infuse 8 g of leaves per 50 cl of water at room temperature for 50 minutes. Remove the leaves and store in the fridge.
Grands Crus: savour the exceptional
Rare and ephemeral, teas identified as Grands Crus by Palais des Thés are the result of alchemy between a tea plant variety, its terroir and the talent of an artisan grower. Meticulously plucked, processed and sourced in the most respected tea gardens, our Grands Crus unveil unique flavours that reflect the refinement of their origins.