{"product_id":"2004-vintage-haiwan-ripe-pu-erh-fang-zhuan-brick","title":"2004 Vintage Haiwan Ripe Pu-erh Fang Zhuan Square Brick","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"185\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"136\"\u003e22-Year Aged Ripe Pu-erh Brick \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"139\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"185\"\u003eHaiwan Tea Company | Exceptional Dry Storage \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"484\"\u003eHaiwan Tea Company, also known as Lao Tong Zi, began producing Fang Zhuan brick tea in 2004 under the Haiwan name. Early productions — especially the inaugural 2004 batch — are highly prized by experienced tea drinkers for their depth and taste. Even the 2005 production shows a noticeable difference in taste. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"868\"\u003eIn today’s market, many so-called “aged” Pu-erh teas suffer from improper wet storage, muddiness, or unpleasant odors. True aged tea requires both quality raw materials and careful preservation. Well-stored examples like this are increasingly rare. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"868\"\u003eThis brick stands apart. Expertly stored and aged, this brick is clean, deeply matured, and beautifully balanced. A refined, honest example of well-aged shu Pu-erh — smooth, comforting, gentle on the stomach, and exceptionally satisfying. The liquor is rich reddish-brown, with a silky, oily in soup texture, and subtle fruit notes that lead to a lingering natural sweetness. The wet leaves are soft and resilient, free of mustiness or burnt aroma — a true testament to well aged tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003eThe brick is firmly compressed; please pry carefully when opening. Some tea dust is normal when breaking apart tightly pressed bricks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend using a clay teapot to fully appreciate its depth and texture. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Info\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:                    \u003c\/strong\u003eMenghai,\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eYunnan province\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e                  2004\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBush Varietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e         Yunnan Da Ye (large leaves)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaffeine level:        \u003c\/strong\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0e3e15;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has very little earthy taste, is very smooth and naturally sweet, silky, a hint of roasted fruity notes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MeiMei Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Pouch 85g","offer_id":42939950563391,"sku":"TP202602","price":96.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Whole brick 200g","offer_id":42939950596159,"sku":"TP202603","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/9268\/files\/pu-erh-tea-2004-vintage-haiwan-ripe-pu-erh-fang-zhuan-square-brick-914.jpg?v=1774919253","url":"https:\/\/www.meimeitea.com\/products\/2004-vintage-haiwan-ripe-pu-erh-fang-zhuan-brick","provider":"Meimei Fine Teas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}