Huang Shan, the Sacred Mountain - Spring Teas 2011 (China)

There isn't much time to send news, work is flowing here and the days are very full. Only a few more days before you can taste some 2011 Chinese green tea, several of our teas are already on their way and we are very happy with the quality. Some prices are a little higher, but François is working hard to keep the prices respectable considering low production almost everywhere due to a lack of rain and cold that has persisted too long in many places. I can assure you that we are really lucky to have teas we have so cheap, as even the Chinese have often not got as good prices in their own country. Fortunately, the growers see our partnership as a means of promoting their products in North America and an international reputation.

Jasmin has continued on his way with James, his translator, while we set off for Tunxi, a beautiful small town in Huang Shan where Huang Shan Mao Feng and Mr. Xie awaited. Tasting, visiting beautiful gardens surrounded by sacred mountains and visiting the factory. A tea true to its name and the delicate vegetal notes that make it one of the Top Ten teas of China.

The next day, a day off to visit the heart of the Sacred Mountains of Huang Shan, a place much frequented by Chinese tourists. We still managed to enjoy a beautiful moment of contemplation in a tranquil place preparing a good Long Jing Shi Feng in a gaiwan at the top of Lion Peak . Quite a climb, but was well worth the pain.

Josiane Monette