DA YU LING GAO SHAN WULONG
DA YU LING HIGH MOUNTAIN WULONG
WULONG
★ PESTICIDE-FREE GARDENING
Da Yu Ling, Taichung, Taiwan
Da Yu Ling is one of Taiwan's most prestigious high mountain wulong teas, produced in a small alpine region where tea gardens reach some of the highest elevations suitable for tea cultivation. The combination of cool temperatures, frequent mountain mist, and slow-growing leaves creates an exceptionally refined tea with remarkable purity, complexity, and natural sweetness. The cup is elegant and layered, offering delicate floral aromas, a silky texture, pronounced mineral character, and a long, refreshing finish that continues to evolve through many infusions. MORE
AROMA
Floral, honey
TASTE
Fruity, grassy
CULTIVAR: Qing Xin
ALTITUDE: 2600 m
HARVEST: Spring, 2026
WULONG
★ PESTICIDE-FREE GARDENING
Da Yu Ling, Taichung, Taiwan
Da Yu Ling is one of Taiwan's most prestigious high mountain wulong teas, produced in a small alpine region where tea gardens reach some of the highest elevations suitable for tea cultivation. The combination of cool temperatures, frequent mountain mist, and slow-growing leaves creates an exceptionally refined tea with remarkable purity, complexity, and natural sweetness. The cup is elegant and layered, offering delicate floral aromas, a silky texture, pronounced mineral character, and a long, refreshing finish that continues to evolve through many infusions. MORE
AROMA
Floral, honey
TASTE
Fruity, grassy
CULTIVAR: Qing Xin
ALTITUDE: 2600 m
HARVEST: Spring, 2026
WULONG TEA is one of the most diverse and technologically sophisticated categories of tea, occupying a unique position between green and red (black) tea. Through partial oxidation and complex processing techniques, wulong tea develops an extraordinary range of aromas and flavors while preserving a rich concentration of naturally occurring polyphenols, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and aromatic compounds.
The degree of oxidation in wulong tea can vary significantly, from lightly oxidized floral styles to heavily roasted and deeply oxidized examples. This diversity allows wulong tea to combine the freshness and vitality often associated with green tea with the depth and richness characteristic of red (black) tea. It is believed that regular consumption of wulong tea may support cardiovascular health, contribute to healthy metabolism, assist the body's natural antioxidant defenses, improve mental alertness and concentration, and help reduce physical and emotional fatigue. Traditionally, wulong tea has also been appreciated for its ability to promote digestion, create a feeling of balance and clarity, and support a calm yet focused state of mind.
The degree of oxidation in wulong tea can vary significantly, from lightly oxidized floral styles to heavily roasted and deeply oxidized examples. This diversity allows wulong tea to combine the freshness and vitality often associated with green tea with the depth and richness characteristic of red (black) tea. It is believed that regular consumption of wulong tea may support cardiovascular health, contribute to healthy metabolism, assist the body's natural antioxidant defenses, improve mental alertness and concentration, and help reduce physical and emotional fatigue. Traditionally, wulong tea has also been appreciated for its ability to promote digestion, create a feeling of balance and clarity, and support a calm yet focused state of mind.
Learn more about the BIOCHEMISTRY OF A TEA LEAF
SEED-GROWN TEA PLANT
This tea refers to a Qunzi Zhong, a "seed-grown tea plant". Unlike cloned or asexually propagated cultivars, which are created by cuttings or grafting from a single "mother" plant, Qunzi Zhong tea trees are grown from seeds. This results in a genetically diverse population of plants. Each seed-grown tea tree is unique, with slightly different characteristics. This genetic variety helps improve the resilience of the tea garden, making it more resistant to pests, diseases, and environmental stress. Seed-grown trees usually develop stronger and deeper roots than cloned plants, allowing them to draw nutrients and minerals from deeper soil layers, often giving the tea a more complex and rich flavor profile. Qunzi Zhong represents the traditional way of tea cultivation. Because of the genetic diversity, teas made from Qunzi Zhong plants tend to offer more layered and nuanced flavors, reflecting a richer expression of the local terroir (soil, climate, and environment).
PESTICIDE-FREE GARDENING
Pesticide-free gardening refers to a cultivation method in which no synthetic chemical pesticides are used at any stage of plant growth. Instead, this approach relies on biodiversity, ecological balance, and cultural practices to manage pests and diseases. Unlike conventional farming, which often depends on chemical intervention to control infestations, pesticide-free gardening emphasizes prevention through healthy soil, companion planting, and natural predators. This method fosters a more resilient and adaptive garden ecosystem. Without chemical inputs, beneficial insects such as ladybugs, lacewings, and native bees thrive, contributing to pollination and pest control. Untouched by harsh agents, the soil remains alive with microbial activity, supporting deeper root systems and more vigorous plant development. Over time, this results in produce with purer, more expressive flavors, reflecting the health of the environment and the grower's intention.
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EASTERN (PIN CHA) ★
Temperature: 99 °C
Amount: 3-5 grams per 120 ml of water
Steeping: 10-30 sec x 7+
WESTERN (INFUSION)
Temperature: 99 °C
Amount: 2-3 grams per 250 ml of water
Steeping: 1-2 min x 3
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Tea absorbs surrounding aromas and moisture. This type of tea oxidizes when it comes into contact with oxygen and loses its properties, including taste and aroma. Store it in a dry and cool place in airtight packaging. Avoid direct exposure to the sun and high temperatures.
BEST BEFORE: 2 years since production date!
*Suitable for long-term aging. Under proper storage conditions, the tea may gradually develop increased depth, smoothness, and complexity.
BEST BEFORE: 2 years since production date!
*Suitable for long-term aging. Under proper storage conditions, the tea may gradually develop increased depth, smoothness, and complexity.
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DA YU LING GAO SHAN WULONG
ABOUT
Da Yu Ling Gao Shan Wulong is a Taiwanese high-mountain tea produced in Da Yu Ling, Taichung, Taiwan. It is made from the Qing Xin cultivar, renowned for producing some of the country's most refined and expressive high-elevation teas. This particular tea is cultivated at an altitude of around 2,600 meters, where the cool alpine climate, frequent mountain mist, and slow leaf development contribute to exceptional aromatic complexity and natural sweetness.
The production follows the traditional wulong method, including withering, shaking, partial oxidation, fixation, rolling, and drying. Harvested during the spring season, the leaves are processed with a relatively light oxidation to preserve their vibrant floral character, elegant freshness, and remarkable purity. Then they are rolled into compact shapes, allowing the leaves to gradually unfurl and reveal new layers of aroma and flavor throughout multiple infusions.
Da Yu Ling Gao Shan Wulong is regarded as one of the highest expressions of Taiwanese high-mountain tea. It is prized for its exceptional elegance, silky texture, pronounced mineral character, and remarkable balance, offering a refined cup with persistent floral aromas, natural sweetness, and a long, refreshing finish.
TERROIR
This alpine environment is defined by low temperatures, persistent mountain mist, high humidity, and pronounced day-night temperature variation. These conditions significantly slow the growth cycle of the tea plants, allowing for a gradual accumulation of aromatic compounds while preserving exceptional freshness, sweetness, and purity in the leaf.
The gardens are situated on steep mountain slopes with well-drained, mineral-rich soils that provide stable growing conditions despite the demanding environment. Frequent cloud cover, diffused sunlight, and constant mountain airflow regulate photosynthesis throughout the season, while the prolonged growth period encourages a refined balance between amino acids and polyphenols. Compared to teas grown at lower elevations, these conditions produce leaves with greater aromatic concentration, a softer structure, and remarkable clarity.
The unique composition of leaves grown in Da Yu Ling responds exceptionally well to the traditional wulong production method, allowing delicate oxidation to preserve the tea's natural elegance while revealing its layered floral aromas, silky texture, and distinctive mineral character. This close relationship between origin and craftsmanship is what has established Da Yu Ling as one of the finest expressions of Taiwanese high-mountain tea.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The dry leaf is tightly rolled into compact, semi-spherical pellets, displaying a rich emerald-green color with a vibrant, glossy appearance that reflects its exceptional freshness. The aroma of the dry leaves is remarkably elegant and concentrated, offering notes of white orchids, lily, fresh cream, alpine herbs, and a delicate mineral freshness. In a preheated teapot, the leaves gradually unfold from the first infusion, releasing an exceptionally refined aromatic bouquet where floral tones intertwine with creamy sweetness, fresh butter, and subtle fruity nuances. As the infusions progress, the aroma gains depth and complexity, revealing increasing mineral expression while maintaining outstanding clarity and precision.
The aroma of the liquor is pure, intense, and highly expressive, combining elegant floral notes with creamy sweetness and a distinct alpine freshness. The taste is exceptionally smooth and well structured, with a silky, almost velvety texture and a pronounced natural sweetness supported by refined floral and mineral notes. The body is full yet effortless, while an almost imperceptible astringency provides balance without disturbing the tea's remarkable elegance. The exceptionally high elevation is reflected in a vibrant cooling sensation and extraordinary clarity throughout the session. The aftertaste is exceptionally long and persistent, leaving returning sweetness, lingering floral notes, and a clean mineral finish. In the empty cup after drinking, a rich orchid-like aroma remains, accompanied by creamy and sweet notes that continue to evolve long after each infusion.
Da Yu Ling Gao Shan Wulong is a Taiwanese high-mountain tea produced in Da Yu Ling, Taichung, Taiwan. It is made from the Qing Xin cultivar, renowned for producing some of the country's most refined and expressive high-elevation teas. This particular tea is cultivated at an altitude of around 2,600 meters, where the cool alpine climate, frequent mountain mist, and slow leaf development contribute to exceptional aromatic complexity and natural sweetness.
The production follows the traditional wulong method, including withering, shaking, partial oxidation, fixation, rolling, and drying. Harvested during the spring season, the leaves are processed with a relatively light oxidation to preserve their vibrant floral character, elegant freshness, and remarkable purity. Then they are rolled into compact shapes, allowing the leaves to gradually unfurl and reveal new layers of aroma and flavor throughout multiple infusions.
Da Yu Ling Gao Shan Wulong is regarded as one of the highest expressions of Taiwanese high-mountain tea. It is prized for its exceptional elegance, silky texture, pronounced mineral character, and remarkable balance, offering a refined cup with persistent floral aromas, natural sweetness, and a long, refreshing finish.
TERROIR
This alpine environment is defined by low temperatures, persistent mountain mist, high humidity, and pronounced day-night temperature variation. These conditions significantly slow the growth cycle of the tea plants, allowing for a gradual accumulation of aromatic compounds while preserving exceptional freshness, sweetness, and purity in the leaf.
The gardens are situated on steep mountain slopes with well-drained, mineral-rich soils that provide stable growing conditions despite the demanding environment. Frequent cloud cover, diffused sunlight, and constant mountain airflow regulate photosynthesis throughout the season, while the prolonged growth period encourages a refined balance between amino acids and polyphenols. Compared to teas grown at lower elevations, these conditions produce leaves with greater aromatic concentration, a softer structure, and remarkable clarity.
The unique composition of leaves grown in Da Yu Ling responds exceptionally well to the traditional wulong production method, allowing delicate oxidation to preserve the tea's natural elegance while revealing its layered floral aromas, silky texture, and distinctive mineral character. This close relationship between origin and craftsmanship is what has established Da Yu Ling as one of the finest expressions of Taiwanese high-mountain tea.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The dry leaf is tightly rolled into compact, semi-spherical pellets, displaying a rich emerald-green color with a vibrant, glossy appearance that reflects its exceptional freshness. The aroma of the dry leaves is remarkably elegant and concentrated, offering notes of white orchids, lily, fresh cream, alpine herbs, and a delicate mineral freshness. In a preheated teapot, the leaves gradually unfold from the first infusion, releasing an exceptionally refined aromatic bouquet where floral tones intertwine with creamy sweetness, fresh butter, and subtle fruity nuances. As the infusions progress, the aroma gains depth and complexity, revealing increasing mineral expression while maintaining outstanding clarity and precision.
The aroma of the liquor is pure, intense, and highly expressive, combining elegant floral notes with creamy sweetness and a distinct alpine freshness. The taste is exceptionally smooth and well structured, with a silky, almost velvety texture and a pronounced natural sweetness supported by refined floral and mineral notes. The body is full yet effortless, while an almost imperceptible astringency provides balance without disturbing the tea's remarkable elegance. The exceptionally high elevation is reflected in a vibrant cooling sensation and extraordinary clarity throughout the session. The aftertaste is exceptionally long and persistent, leaving returning sweetness, lingering floral notes, and a clean mineral finish. In the empty cup after drinking, a rich orchid-like aroma remains, accompanied by creamy and sweet notes that continue to evolve long after each infusion.
WULONG
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