From a different studio (not from Master Huang), this Rou Gui has been stored in Wuyi since 1995. It was sealed in a crate and stored by the owner of the studio since then.
The roast has mellowed, leaving an almost medicinal scent and initial flavour. I often find it difficult to associate Rou Gui flavour with cassia, but there are hints here in that direction.
The liquid evolves elegantly throughout the infusions. It is smooth in the throat but slightly drying around the edges of the tongue. The qi is pronounced, strong and warming.
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A decent aged oolong Review by David B
I was intrigued by the potential 'cassia' quality mentioned, as I have not really gotten much of that quality from other Rou Gui. This tea gave a very smooth, but seeming typical Rou Gui experience; I may need to double-up to crank up the other flavors. All in all, it gave a nice roasted tea. A decent experience, but I would certainly recommend the 1970s Pin Lin for those looking for an amazing aged oolong experience. (Posted on 16/11/2011)
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better with age Review by David J
The leaves are very fragmented and not much to look at. This tea has definitely evolved into something new. I have had several several other yanchas from the 90's, this being in the top two and tasting the most like an aged tea. I would imagine re-roasting has something to do with that. The tea is thick and rich with a medicinal taste and a unique floral aroma. After swallowing a sweetness settles in the back of your throat, which is very nice. The qi for me is very nice, relaxing my body yet focusing my mind. (Posted on 19/10/2011)
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Try an aged Yan Cha Review by Elliot
In the shady world of aged oolongs, Yan Cha seem to be the toughest to get ahold of. Maybe that's because of their mainland origins, but it seems like I've even seen quite a few more aged Anxi teas out there. Anyway, from the few I've managed to get ahold of, this definitely qualifies as "a good one." Many of the aged Yan Cha I've tried bear a somewhat disheartening resemblance to 3 year-old stale Yan Cha. While this tea does share some of those notes (they all are yan cha, after all), it retains a thickness and tea taste where others can tend to feel empty if smooth and pleasant. While the price is boutique level, I feel it's at least reasonable enough to try this tea once in order to get to know what the aged Yan Cha genre has to offer. (Posted on 20/09/2011)