CLASSIC DAN CONG
VINTAGE PHOENIX WULONG
WULONG
★ PESTICIDE-FREE
Chaozhou, Guangdong, China
1992 Classic Dan Cong is a rare aged wulong tea from Chaozhou, preserved for decades to develop a mature and integrated profile. Over time, its original aromatic intensity has transformed into deeper notes of dried fruit, honey, and soft wood. The tea is valued for its smooth texture, stability, and a refined expression of long-term aging in Dan Cong teas. MORE
AROMA
Dried fruits, Woody
TASTE
Honey, Woody, Medicine
HARVEST: 1992
WULONG
★ PESTICIDE-FREE
Chaozhou, Guangdong, China
1992 Classic Dan Cong is a rare aged wulong tea from Chaozhou, preserved for decades to develop a mature and integrated profile. Over time, its original aromatic intensity has transformed into deeper notes of dried fruit, honey, and soft wood. The tea is valued for its smooth texture, stability, and a refined expression of long-term aging in Dan Cong teas. MORE
AROMA
Dried fruits, Woody
TASTE
Honey, Woody, Medicine
HARVEST: 1992
According to Chinese traditional medicine, wulong reduces heat, revitalises the body and has a harmonising effect. Wulong strengthens the immune system, regulates blood sugar level, promotes proper digestion, lowers cholesterol level, prevents the development of cancer cells, lowers stress and improves mental health.
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EASTERN (GONGFU CHA) ★
Temperature: 90-99 °C
Amount: 5-7 grams per 120 ml of water
Steeping: 10-30 sec x 5
WESTERN (INFUSION)
Temperature: 95 °C
Amount: 2-3 grams per 250 ml of water
Steeping: 1-2 min x 2
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ABOUT
1992 Classic Dan Cong is an aged wulong tea from the Wudong Mountains above Chaozhou, within China. Produced in the traditional Dan Cong style, it was originally crafted to express the aromatic clarity and structural elegance characteristic of this category. Over more than three decades, the tea has undergone a slow and natural transformation, developing a deeper, more integrated profile.
The production follows classical Dan Cong methods, including withering, controlled oxidation, fixation, rolling, and drying, often combined with careful roasting. After its initial processing, the tea has been preserved under controlled conditions, allowing gradual aging without loss of structure. This long-term maturation refines the tea, softening its edges and enhancing complexity while maintaining stability.
This tea represents a very rare find, both in terms of age and preservation quality. It offers a unique opportunity to experience the evolution of Dan Cong over time, where freshness has transformed into depth and harmony. It is particularly suited for experienced tea lovers and connoisseurs seeking a mature and authentic expression of high-level craftsmanship.
TERROIR
This tea originates from the Wudong Mountains above Chaozhou, within China, typically at elevations around and above 1,000 meters. This high-mountain environment is characterized by a humid subtropical climate, frequent mist, and pronounced day–night temperature variation. These conditions support slow leaf development and the accumulation of aromatic compounds, forming the foundation for both intensity and clarity in Dan Cong teas.
The terrain consists of steep, rocky slopes with well-drained soils rich in minerals and organic matter. Tea trees develop deep root systems under these conditions, contributing to the density, resilience, and concentration of the leaf material. This structural integrity is essential for teas intended for long-term aging.
An important dimension of this tea’s terroir extends beyond cultivation into its aging environment. After production, the tea was professionally stored by a dedicated tea collector fully committed to sourcing and preserving exceptional teas, a philosophy closely aligned with our own. The storage conditions were carefully maintained to ensure gradual and stable transformation, allowing the tea to develop depth, smoothness, and integration over time.
This combination of high-mountain origin and intentional aging environment defines the final character of the tea. It reflects not only the natural conditions of Wudong but also the human element of careful preservation, where terroir continues to evolve through time under controlled and respectful conditions.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The dry leaf is long and tightly twisted, showing deep brown to almost black tones with a matte, aged surface. The aroma of the dry leaves is rich and mature, with notes of dried fruit, old wood, honey, and a subtle herbal nuance. In a preheated teapot, the leaves release a deep and integrated aromatic profile from the first infusion, where aged sweetness is supported by soft woody tones and a gentle mineral depth. As the infusion develops, the aroma becomes more rounded, combining dried fruit, light spice, and a calm, slightly medicinal character typical of long-aged teas.
The aroma of the liquor is smooth and layered, with a harmonious combination of honeyed, woody, and lightly herbal notes. The taste is soft and stable, with a medium to full body and a silky, slightly viscous texture. A deep natural sweetness forms the core of the profile, supported by notes of dried fruit, aged wood, and a very mild, well-integrated astringency that adds structure without sharpness. The aging is reflected in the calmness, depth, and balance of the tea. The aftertaste is long and persistent, with a returning sweetness and a gentle, slightly cooling and warming dual sensation. In the empty cup after drinking, a delicate sweet, woody, and slightly herbal aroma remains, leaving a deep and contemplative final impression.
1992 Classic Dan Cong is an aged wulong tea from the Wudong Mountains above Chaozhou, within China. Produced in the traditional Dan Cong style, it was originally crafted to express the aromatic clarity and structural elegance characteristic of this category. Over more than three decades, the tea has undergone a slow and natural transformation, developing a deeper, more integrated profile.
The production follows classical Dan Cong methods, including withering, controlled oxidation, fixation, rolling, and drying, often combined with careful roasting. After its initial processing, the tea has been preserved under controlled conditions, allowing gradual aging without loss of structure. This long-term maturation refines the tea, softening its edges and enhancing complexity while maintaining stability.
This tea represents a very rare find, both in terms of age and preservation quality. It offers a unique opportunity to experience the evolution of Dan Cong over time, where freshness has transformed into depth and harmony. It is particularly suited for experienced tea lovers and connoisseurs seeking a mature and authentic expression of high-level craftsmanship.
TERROIR
This tea originates from the Wudong Mountains above Chaozhou, within China, typically at elevations around and above 1,000 meters. This high-mountain environment is characterized by a humid subtropical climate, frequent mist, and pronounced day–night temperature variation. These conditions support slow leaf development and the accumulation of aromatic compounds, forming the foundation for both intensity and clarity in Dan Cong teas.
The terrain consists of steep, rocky slopes with well-drained soils rich in minerals and organic matter. Tea trees develop deep root systems under these conditions, contributing to the density, resilience, and concentration of the leaf material. This structural integrity is essential for teas intended for long-term aging.
An important dimension of this tea’s terroir extends beyond cultivation into its aging environment. After production, the tea was professionally stored by a dedicated tea collector fully committed to sourcing and preserving exceptional teas, a philosophy closely aligned with our own. The storage conditions were carefully maintained to ensure gradual and stable transformation, allowing the tea to develop depth, smoothness, and integration over time.
This combination of high-mountain origin and intentional aging environment defines the final character of the tea. It reflects not only the natural conditions of Wudong but also the human element of careful preservation, where terroir continues to evolve through time under controlled and respectful conditions.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The dry leaf is long and tightly twisted, showing deep brown to almost black tones with a matte, aged surface. The aroma of the dry leaves is rich and mature, with notes of dried fruit, old wood, honey, and a subtle herbal nuance. In a preheated teapot, the leaves release a deep and integrated aromatic profile from the first infusion, where aged sweetness is supported by soft woody tones and a gentle mineral depth. As the infusion develops, the aroma becomes more rounded, combining dried fruit, light spice, and a calm, slightly medicinal character typical of long-aged teas.
The aroma of the liquor is smooth and layered, with a harmonious combination of honeyed, woody, and lightly herbal notes. The taste is soft and stable, with a medium to full body and a silky, slightly viscous texture. A deep natural sweetness forms the core of the profile, supported by notes of dried fruit, aged wood, and a very mild, well-integrated astringency that adds structure without sharpness. The aging is reflected in the calmness, depth, and balance of the tea. The aftertaste is long and persistent, with a returning sweetness and a gentle, slightly cooling and warming dual sensation. In the empty cup after drinking, a delicate sweet, woody, and slightly herbal aroma remains, leaving a deep and contemplative final impression.
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