LancangGuCha Bingdao 2012

Wet leaves: raspberries & herbal
Gaiwan lid: lots of goodness during the session

Well, it’s very good from the start: vanilla, raspberries, orchid, hints of vinegar, sweetness, fresh bitterness

Huigans are very pronounced. The aftertaste is active immediately and is impressively long-lasting; it is sweet and fruity with a sort of fruity vinegar. Lots of malty feelings here and there.

After 7 or 8 brews, it starts fading and gives a comfortable orchid bitterness with honey brew. Decent durability.

I realize the EOT Mr. Feng 2010 is probably a Bingdao, or something close, but not a memorable one based on my last session.

It is hard to beat a good Bingdao or Xigui, even if I would not drink them every day. They are very feminine and impressive teas. This one is not made of the most premium material but it has been a treat since day 1, and it’s aging nicely and taking depth. I had the chance to sample super premium Bingdaos a couple times in the past; this one is not of the same quality, but it is an excellent archetype!