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Shi Feng Long Jing
Imperial Grade Pest.Free

Name: Shifeng Longjing Imperial Grade Pesticide Free
SKU: 3865
Price: 34.90 EUR
Availability: InStock

Imperial Grade 99 P.

SKU

3865

Shi Feng Long Jing Imperial Grade Pesticide Free

Shi Feng Long Jing Imperial Grade Pest.Free

A very rare, pre-qing ming harvest Longjing in top quality from the prime terroir of Shifeng Mountain. Renowned tea farm in China and official tea supplier to the government. Pesticide-free cultivation. 50g

Tea Garden	One of the most respected green tea farms in China; supplier to the government
Terroir	Shifeng Mountain; recognised terroir for longjing
Harvest	Pre-qing ming; end of March 2024; earliest harvest of the year
Cultivar	Longjing no. 43; a native, regional cultivar, "mixed-cultivar"
Elevation	300m above sea level at Shifeng
Processing Method	Hand-harvested (shoucai 手採 ), traditional roasting, special shaping by hand in a wok for 20 minutes (huiguo 輝鍋)
Organic Cert.	Pesticide-free cultivation since 1997, natural fertiliser, a rarity in Shifeng
Grade	99/100 P. (chinese green tea category); Imperial Grade

Function

All-rounder tea with a good catechin balance and also loved as a gourmet tea.
Many amino acids, relatively mild, very well tolerated.

In stock

The village of Longjing at Shifeng Mountain is not only the thousands of years old origin of longjing tea, but also to this day the best source of longjing tea. Located along the famous West Lake, many tea farms operate here and have produced the best and most authentic longjing teas for generations. The tea farm from which we source this longjing is located in a rural area surrounded by hill and forests near the Qian Tang River, slightly further away from West Lake. Two cultivars are grown there and produced into tea: the modern, large-leafed and early growing longjing 43 and the local "mixed cultivar" which count among the oldest tea plants in the region. The mixed cultivar benefits from slow growth and deep roots that imbue the tea with plenty of nutrients and a superior taste.

Teas made from these plants are especially rare, sell for high prices, and are typically quickly sold out. Foreign customers have difficulty acquiring these quality teas because the domestic demand in China is so large. As a result, there are a number of counterfeit longjing teas in circulation. Our longjing is authentic and especially rare because it is grown on a farm without the use of pesticides.

Our longjing is of absolute top quality and sourced from one of the most renowned green tea farms in China. The farm grows the tea according to unique ecological standards in a 4,000m2 natural sanctuary, the first of its kind at West Lake near Shifeng Mountain. The tea farmer supplies the Chinese government with teas, of which many are gifted during diplomatic visits to dignitaries.

Flavour

Authentic longjing grown in Longjingcun (龙井村) at Shifeng Mountain are highly sought after the world over due to their exquisite aroma and taste, which result from the unique combination of the specific cultivar, the traditional terroir, and the complex production process. Good quality longjing possesses a complex aroma profile, many amino acids, as well as a pleasant mildness accompanied by high tolerability (low caffeine and catechin content). Our Longjing Imperial Grade is by far the most elegant and notable tea in our longjing range. This tea is full-bodied with a wide spectrum of malt and hazelnut aromas and perfected with a delicate smoky touch. The flavour nuances remain wonderfully balanced, creamy and sweet, yet pleasantly fresh and revitalising. The aftertaste is characterised by roasted tea notes and mineral umami that accompany the long-lasting aroma of hazelnut. This longjing delivers a unique tea experience.

Leaf

Flat (Bianxingcha 扁形茶 ), typical longjing form, juicy green, slightly yellow

Cup

Bright green

The tea farm has received various awards including the China International Tea Expo Gold Award (2012) and the Hang Zhou Agriculture Expo High Grade Award (2012). The farm is the official supplier to the Chinese government.

Chinese green tea differs from other teas because the leaves are roasted (青鍋 Qing Gu = Kill Green) after harvesting, which prevents further oxidation of the tea and gives it its typical nutty, buttery taste. There are a variety of Chinese green teas, with each one exhibiting a different shape, colour and taste. These differences can be attributed in large part to the tea’s region of origin, as Chinese green teas are often deeply rooted in local tea culture.

We go to great lengths to identify the finest organic tea farms across the world’s most celebrated terroirs. All our teas are sourced directly from the farmer and, with a few exceptions, are certified organic or come from pesticide-free farms. Each batch of tea for every harvest is tested for pesticides and other pollutants in an independent German lab to ensure they meet our strict quality standards as well as HACCP food safety requirements.

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Cultivation & Processing

This premium grade longjing is cultivated on the picturesque slopes of Shifeng Mountain in China at 500m above sea level, which is the highest tea field on the mountain. The cultivation region has an annual rainfall of 1,500mm, year round fog, and a mild climate. The average temperature is 16°C.
Due to the soil and climate, longjing teas synthesise a large quantity of L-theanine with a mild and fruity taste.

Harvesting and processing is completed by hand and is therefore quite time consuming. The production process transpires according to the following steps:

1. Drying of the leaves in the sun for 2-4 days to reduce moisture
2. Traditional pan-roasting in a large wok (chao qing 炒青) by hand at 70-80° for 15-20 minutes to stop oxidation (kill green, qing gu 青鍋)
3. Drying of the leaves for 30-50 minutes on bamboo sieves (hui chao 回潮 )
4. Forming and drying the leaves at 220°C (hui guo 輝鍋) in a wok, also by hand

Single Origin

This tea is exclusively sourced from the above mentioned tea farm in Longjingcun. Sourced directly from the tea farmer.

Preparation

Brewing Guide

2 heaped tsp. per 100-300ml (80°C) water. Steep for 2-3 minutes. Suitable for several infusions.

Chinese Gong Fu Method:
Gaiwan: 110ml / 3.8oz
80℃ / 176℉
3g tea
5 infusions: (rinse 5 seconds) 15 seconds, 18 seconds, 21 seconds, 24 seconds, 27 seconds

Packaging

High quality, airtight, resealable standing zipper pouch with 9 protective layers to preserve flavour and protect against oxidation and contamination.

Recommended Teapot

The ideal teapot for the traditional preparation of longjing tea is a yixing teapot made from light-coloured clay. Alternatively, a glass teapot with an integrated sieve can be used, so long as the leaves are able to freely drift around inside the pot.

Recommended Storage

Ideally store in a quality tea caddy made from cherry tree bark (wooden, kabazaiku chazutsu) or an airtight, double-coated metal tin.