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2011 Darjeeling First Flush Giddapahar China Special Black Tea

Black Tea by DarjeelingTeaXpress

Origin: Darjeeling
Tea Estate: Giddapahar DJ9
Colour: Black
Grade: SFTGFOP1 China Special
Flush: First
Type: Single Estate
Length of Infusion: 3 mins 30 seconds
Water Temperature: 85 C

Dry Leaves
Aspect: Rolled twisted leaves with small buds
Colours: A mixture of black and dark green leaves with few that are more loosely rolled
Scents: An unusual attack of cooked fruit (rhubarb, jam), cooked vegetables. A few woody notes

Brewed Leaves(Infusion)
Colours: Mainly green with touches of brown
Scent: Plant, herb and floral (orange blossom) notes to start, combined with sweet fruit notes (yellow fruit)

Liquor
Colours: Gleaming golden yellow
Texture: A delicate astringency that fills the mouth and sustains the aromas
Flavour: A delicate bitterness that complements the lingering effect of the astringency
Aromas: A floral planty attack, a touch of almond, fruit (citrus, apricot, sweet orange) and planty (stem, sap, raw vegetables). Fresh and stewed fruit. Very harmonious
Aromatic Profile and length in the mouth: Wonderfully long floral notes followed by planty, almond and herb notes. A fresh finish

Our Verdict: This 9th lot from Giddapahar has a delicate astringency with sweet fruit notes. Giddapahar is a very well known family owned garden in Darjeeling and have been increasing its quality of teas yield every year. With careful obeservation and a strict adherence to quality, their first flush Darjeeling teas are consistently garnering rave reviews. We have almost never been dissapointed in their teas and have always enjoyed conversations with them. This 9th lot of their first flush is highly recommended for Darjeeling lovers