This is a 1990 release from the Kunming Tea Factory of the classic “73 Brick”. The “73 brick” is the first ripe pu-erh released by CNNP. Ripe Pu-erh “wo dui” (wet piling) process was first widely undertaking in the early 1970’s in Yunnan to “fast-age” pu-erh tea making it less bitter and astringent. thereby making it more palatable and accessible. In the first decade of ripe pu-erh production. it was not well received and raw pu-erh was produced in much larger quantities. By the mid/late 1980’s Ripe Pu-erh gained in popularity as people in Guangdong. Taiwan. Hong Kong and Malaysia began to appreciate the unique and mellow character of ripe teas. The “73 brick” is the prototype of ripe pu-erh. The simple blend of grade 1 through 9 leaves is still one of the best blends in existence. Our 1990 “73 Brick” was aged in Kunming since it’s production. Due to this very clean and relatively dry storage condition the tea has aged through process of curing and retains an incredible clear and crisp taste. It’s very strong in the mouth and the cha qi is very pervasive without being unpleasant or overpowering. If this brick had been in a wet storage environment it would have very little cha qi and the complex dried fruit. spice and musk taste it has would not be present at all. After aging 27 years in Kunming… this tea has a story to tell! Other Product: 2005 Yong Pin Hao “Bamboo House” Raw Pu-erh Tea Cake of Yi Wu Mountain 73 Brick 73 Brick 73 Brick 73 Brick 73 Brick 73 Brick 73 This tea cake is composed entirely of Gong Ting (Tribute) grade ripe pu-erh tea (the smallest most potent leaf size). The tea was aged for 11 years in Guangdong dry storage condition and has developed a mature subtle taste and abundant cha qi. It’s got slight bitterness up front and then smooth minty sweetness with camphor aroma. The tea soup is super clear burgundy beauty. Langhe ÀɺÓ : Langhe is a factory of Menghai Ûº£ that was founded in 1995. Since then it has built a strong reputation. won awards. and has become one of Yunnan’s most renowned brands. Langhe ripe teas are the most sought after from this tea factory. Classic Langhe recipes include 9599. 9579. 9559. High Mountain Ripe. and Gong Ting Ripe. Langhe ripe teas are excellent for long-term aging because they employ traditional light fermentation “wo dui” technique. This light fermentation allows for gradual aging of the ripe teas and retain much of the character of a raw pu-erh tea.
