Бай Цзы Гуань 2005 г.

A medium-fermented oolong. "White Rooster's Comb" is one of the four famous Wuyi oolongs, from the 2005 harvest. A rare cultivar: its cliff plantations are exceedingly difficult to find, so this tea ranks among the aged oolongs and is one of the jewels of the collection. The leaves are small, brown, tightly rolled into twists. The aroma is light and warm, with a barely perceptible spiciness; gradually notes of dried persimmon, turmeric, cotton and pecan open up. The taste is moderate: notes of walnut, cocoa, cotton, flax and chia seeds, along with a pronounced dried-fruit motif — prunes, kiwi chips, dried fig. The finish carries a tart woody note. Brew with water at 75–90°C. Traditionally considered a tea for strengthening qi, it helps with chronic fatigue and insomnia, relaxes well and supports the nervous system.