RED SNOW SHAN
SHAN TUYẾT RED TEA
RED (BLACK) TEA
★ WILD TEA
Xà Phìn, Hà Giàng, Vietnam
RED SNOW SHAN is a Vietnamese mountain red tea produced from the leaves of ancient Shan Tuyết tea trees growing in the high mountains of Hà Giang Province. Carefully processed using traditional oxidation techniques, it showcases the distinctive character of the Shan Tuyết variety while preserving the depth and purity of its exceptional mountain terroir. The cup is rich, smooth, and expressive, revealing notes of wild honey, dried fruit, and warm spices with a long, naturally sweet finish. MORE
GOLD MEDAL at THE GOLDEN LEAF AWARDS
"Black tea: Best Single Origin Worldwide" 2025
AROMA
Chocolate, light coffee
TASTE
Chocolate, Dried fruits
350-500 years old trees
ALTITUDE: 1300+ m
HARVEST: Spring, 2026
RED (BLACK) TEA
★ WILD TEA
Xà Phìn, Hà Giàng, Vietnam
RED SNOW SHAN is a Vietnamese mountain red tea produced from the leaves of ancient Shan Tuyết tea trees growing in the high mountains of Hà Giang Province. Carefully processed using traditional oxidation techniques, it showcases the distinctive character of the Shan Tuyết variety while preserving the depth and purity of its exceptional mountain terroir. The cup is rich, smooth, and expressive, revealing notes of wild honey, dried fruit, and warm spices with a long, naturally sweet finish. MORE
GOLD MEDAL at THE GOLDEN LEAF AWARDS
"Black tea: Best Single Origin Worldwide" 2025
AROMA
Chocolate, light coffee
TASTE
Chocolate, Dried fruits
350-500 years old trees
ALTITUDE: 1300+ m
HARVEST: Spring, 2026
RED (BLACK) TEA is one of the most widely consumed and appreciated tea categories in the world. Due to its high level of oxidation and carefully controlled production process, this type of tea develops a rich concentration of aromatic compounds while preserving valuable polyphenols, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants that contribute to both its distinctive flavor and beneficial properties.
During oxidation, the chemical composition of the tea leaf changes significantly, creating the characteristic amber to deep red infusion, smooth texture, and complex aromatic profile associated with red (black) tea. It is believed that regular consumption of red tea may support cardiovascular health, improve blood circulation, contribute to the body's natural antioxidant protection, and promote mental alertness and concentration. Traditionally, red tea has also been appreciated for its warming qualities, its ability to support digestion, reduce fatigue, improve overall vitality, and provide a comforting sense of balance and well-being, especially during colder seasons.
During oxidation, the chemical composition of the tea leaf changes significantly, creating the characteristic amber to deep red infusion, smooth texture, and complex aromatic profile associated with red (black) tea. It is believed that regular consumption of red tea may support cardiovascular health, improve blood circulation, contribute to the body's natural antioxidant protection, and promote mental alertness and concentration. Traditionally, red tea has also been appreciated for its warming qualities, its ability to support digestion, reduce fatigue, improve overall vitality, and provide a comforting sense of balance and well-being, especially during colder seasons.
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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).
WILD TEA
Wild tea refers to plants that grow naturally in the forest or mountains without human planting, pruning, or care. These trees are very old, deeply rooted in the earth, and part of a diverse natural ecosystem. These are tall, old trees, some more than 100, 300, or even 1000+ years old, rooted deep into mineral-rich soil, thriving in diverse ecosystems. Wild tea trees grow tall and strong, with roots reaching deep into the earth. This allows them to absorb various minerals, creating complex, full-bodied flavors that change with each harvest. Growing in remote forests, these trees are untouched by pesticides or fertilizers. Many tea lovers say wild teas carry a unique energy, a grounding, calming, and sometimes uplifting presence. This is believed to be the "Qi" of the mountains, the life force of ancient trees, passed into the leaves. Wild tea is often high in antioxidants, polyphenols, and minerals. Because these trees grow slowly and absorb nutrients naturally, their leaves produce clean, nourishing brews that are gentle on the body but rich in effect.
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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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RED SNOW SHAN by AN SHIM TEA
ABOUT
RED SNOW SHAN is a Vietnamese red tea produced in Hà Giàng as part of our own production, where we control every stage from harvesting to final processing. The leaves are carefully picked from ancient tea trees and handled with precision, ensuring consistency and preserving the natural qualities of the material. This direct involvement allows us to maintain full quality control and achieve a highest-quality product.
A special focus is placed on material sourced from the Xà Phìn area, which we consider to offer the most balanced and expressive flavor profile. This origin is selected specifically for a limited early spring batch, when the leaves develop optimal aromatic clarity and harmony. The conditions of this area contribute to a refined balance between sweetness, depth, and freshness.
Production follows the traditional red tea method, including withering, rolling, controlled oxidation, and drying, with adjustments made to suit the structure of old tree leaves. Each stage is carefully controlled to highlight both the character of the raw material and the precision of processing. The result is a focused and limited expression that reflects both the terroir and our approach to quality and control.
TERROIR
Hà Giàng Province, located in the far north of Vietnam along the border with China, is one of the country's most important tea-producing regions and home to some of Southeast Asia's oldest tea trees. The region's high elevations, ranging from 1,000 to over 2,000 meters above sea level, combined with frequent mountain mists, abundant rainfall, rich soils, and significant day-to-night temperature fluctuations, create ideal conditions for producing teas of exceptional complexity, sweetness, minerality, and aging potential.
Hà Giàng is particularly famous for its Shan Tuyết tea trees, a unique Vietnamese tea variety often referred to as "Snow Mountain Tea." Many of these ancient trees grow naturally in remote mountain forests, where their deep root systems absorb nutrients and minerals from multiple geological layers. Harvested by local ethnic minority communities using traditional methods, Shan Tuyết teas are celebrated for their floral aromas, honey-like sweetness, rich texture, vibrant mountain character, and long-lasting aftertaste, making Hà Giàng one of the most respected tea terroirs in Vietnam.
One of the region's most renowned tea-sourcing villages is Xà Phìn, located at an altitude of approximately 1,300-1,600 meters above sea level. Surrounded by pristine forests and home to numerous ancient Shan Tuyết tea trees, the village has become known for preserving traditional tea cultivation passed down through generations. Teas from Xà Phìn are particularly valued for their refined floral aroma, pronounced sweetness, silky texture, vibrant minerality, and exceptional balance, making the village one of the finest expressions of Hà Giàng's remarkable tea heritage.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The dry leaf appearance is bold and natural, with large twisted leaves in dark brown tones and occasional silvery buds typical of ancient Shan Tuyết material. The aroma of the dry leaves is deep and expressive, showing notes of wild honey, dried fruit, and a subtle cocoa nuance. In a preheated teapot, the tea gradually opens, and the aroma becomes richer and more layered, revealing warm honeyed sweetness, ripe fruit, and a gentle woody depth. After a brief rinse, the leaves fully awaken, and the aroma gains clarity and balance, combining pronounced sweetness with soft mineral and slightly herbal undertones.
The aroma of the liquor in the empty cup is dense and persistent, with clear honeyed tones and a warm fruity trace. The taste is full and well-structured, with a smooth, slightly viscous texture and a balanced, rounded profile. From the first sips, a natural sweetness emerges, supported by layered fruit notes and a subtle cocoa nuance, with very low astringency. The profile remains stable and harmonious across multiple infusions, offering both depth and clarity. The aftertaste is long and clean, leaving a lingering sweetness with a soft cooling sensation. In the empty cup after drinking, rich notes of honey, dried fruit, and a delicate sweet trace remain.
RED SNOW SHAN is a Vietnamese red tea produced in Hà Giàng as part of our own production, where we control every stage from harvesting to final processing. The leaves are carefully picked from ancient tea trees and handled with precision, ensuring consistency and preserving the natural qualities of the material. This direct involvement allows us to maintain full quality control and achieve a highest-quality product.
A special focus is placed on material sourced from the Xà Phìn area, which we consider to offer the most balanced and expressive flavor profile. This origin is selected specifically for a limited early spring batch, when the leaves develop optimal aromatic clarity and harmony. The conditions of this area contribute to a refined balance between sweetness, depth, and freshness.
Production follows the traditional red tea method, including withering, rolling, controlled oxidation, and drying, with adjustments made to suit the structure of old tree leaves. Each stage is carefully controlled to highlight both the character of the raw material and the precision of processing. The result is a focused and limited expression that reflects both the terroir and our approach to quality and control.
TERROIR
Hà Giàng Province, located in the far north of Vietnam along the border with China, is one of the country's most important tea-producing regions and home to some of Southeast Asia's oldest tea trees. The region's high elevations, ranging from 1,000 to over 2,000 meters above sea level, combined with frequent mountain mists, abundant rainfall, rich soils, and significant day-to-night temperature fluctuations, create ideal conditions for producing teas of exceptional complexity, sweetness, minerality, and aging potential.
Hà Giàng is particularly famous for its Shan Tuyết tea trees, a unique Vietnamese tea variety often referred to as "Snow Mountain Tea." Many of these ancient trees grow naturally in remote mountain forests, where their deep root systems absorb nutrients and minerals from multiple geological layers. Harvested by local ethnic minority communities using traditional methods, Shan Tuyết teas are celebrated for their floral aromas, honey-like sweetness, rich texture, vibrant mountain character, and long-lasting aftertaste, making Hà Giàng one of the most respected tea terroirs in Vietnam.
One of the region's most renowned tea-sourcing villages is Xà Phìn, located at an altitude of approximately 1,300-1,600 meters above sea level. Surrounded by pristine forests and home to numerous ancient Shan Tuyết tea trees, the village has become known for preserving traditional tea cultivation passed down through generations. Teas from Xà Phìn are particularly valued for their refined floral aroma, pronounced sweetness, silky texture, vibrant minerality, and exceptional balance, making the village one of the finest expressions of Hà Giàng's remarkable tea heritage.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The dry leaf appearance is bold and natural, with large twisted leaves in dark brown tones and occasional silvery buds typical of ancient Shan Tuyết material. The aroma of the dry leaves is deep and expressive, showing notes of wild honey, dried fruit, and a subtle cocoa nuance. In a preheated teapot, the tea gradually opens, and the aroma becomes richer and more layered, revealing warm honeyed sweetness, ripe fruit, and a gentle woody depth. After a brief rinse, the leaves fully awaken, and the aroma gains clarity and balance, combining pronounced sweetness with soft mineral and slightly herbal undertones.
The aroma of the liquor in the empty cup is dense and persistent, with clear honeyed tones and a warm fruity trace. The taste is full and well-structured, with a smooth, slightly viscous texture and a balanced, rounded profile. From the first sips, a natural sweetness emerges, supported by layered fruit notes and a subtle cocoa nuance, with very low astringency. The profile remains stable and harmonious across multiple infusions, offering both depth and clarity. The aftertaste is long and clean, leaving a lingering sweetness with a soft cooling sensation. In the empty cup after drinking, rich notes of honey, dried fruit, and a delicate sweet trace remain.
"Produced just half an hour from the Chinese border, RED SNOW SHAN can be considered northern Vietnam's local interpretation of the famous Dian Hong style. It is crafted from the indigenous Shan Tuyết variety using processing methods adapted to the local climate and the unique character of the mountain tea trees. It is an excellent example of how the Snow Shan tradition expresses itself across the tea-growing regions of northern Vietnam.
Thanks to our own production facility, we are able to oversee every stage of the manufacturing process, from harvesting to the final drying of the leaves. This level of involvement allows us to maintain the quality and consistency that we believe this tea deserves. For almost ten years, RED SNOW SHAN has remained one of our best-selling teas, appreciated for its rich flavour, remarkable balance, and excellent aging potential. Throughout the years, we have experimented with different picking standards, including one bud, one bud with one leaf, and one bud with two leaves. In our experience, the traditional one bud with two leaves standard consistently produces the most complete and expressive cup, and it remains our preferred choice today."
— Andrei Ivanovs, Founder of AN SHIM TEA
Thanks to our own production facility, we are able to oversee every stage of the manufacturing process, from harvesting to the final drying of the leaves. This level of involvement allows us to maintain the quality and consistency that we believe this tea deserves. For almost ten years, RED SNOW SHAN has remained one of our best-selling teas, appreciated for its rich flavour, remarkable balance, and excellent aging potential. Throughout the years, we have experimented with different picking standards, including one bud, one bud with one leaf, and one bud with two leaves. In our experience, the traditional one bud with two leaves standard consistently produces the most complete and expressive cup, and it remains our preferred choice today."
— Andrei Ivanovs, Founder of AN SHIM TEA
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