Gafengzhai is truly a mysterious and unique place! It is located in the Mahei Village Committee, Yiwu Township, Mengla County, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, and is a Yao ethnic village. The altitude here is high, the climate is suitable, and the annual precipitation is abundant, providing an ideal environment for the growth of tea trees.
The ancient tea trees in Gafengzhai are distributed in the primeval forest, far from human settlements, with excellent ecological conditions and little human interference. The tea trees grow slowly here and have a strong wild character, with low bitterness and astringency and a quick return to sweetness. Its tea leaves combine strength and softness, possessing a unique mountain charm. They are a superior quality that is gentle yet powerful, embodying aroma, taste, charm, and Qi, representing the highest standard of good Pu'er tea.
Tasting Gafengzhai, one can experience its sweet and mellow flavor, Honey fragrance, smooth texture, and the restrained yet potent tea qi. The Beauty of its transformation over time is amazing; new teas start with sweetness, while aged aromas emerge gradually, captivating those who savor it. The charm, high aroma, and returning sweetness of Gafengzhai make it a typical representative of raw tea, allowing people to appreciate the allure of “the older, the more fragrant.” It truly lives up to its reputation as a holy land of Pu'er in the hearts of tea enthusiasts!
Yiwu tea is renowned for its fragrant aroma and soft water, and Gafengzhai is especially known for its gentle and subtle qualities. Sipping it carefully reveals a natural, rich honey fragrance within its sweet and mellow taste, a robust yet restrained tea qi hidden in its smooth and delicate texture, and a reserved bitterness and astringency. The throat resonance is long-lasting and soothing, imparting a sense of stability, fullness, and comfort.