Zhen Yan Rou Gui Oolong Tea from Wuyi Star is a classic Wuyi “rock tea”- distinguished by its pronounced mineral character, warm spicy aromas, and layered texture shaped by the region’s limestone-rich terroir. The leaves are dark, tightly rolled, and precisely processed, while the infusion offers a golden hue with notes of cinnamon, orchid, and a gentle smoky undertone typical of traditional yancha craftsmanship.
Its flavor profile is complex - beginning with a sweet, spicy lift, followed by deep mineral richness and subtle fruity accents, ending in a long, smooth finish with a soft honeyed touch. This tea reveals its full potential through gongfu-style brewing, where each successive infusion uncovers new aromatic nuances and reinforces its authenticity and origin.
Rou Gui is regarded as one of the most prized Wuyi oolongs, and the Zhen Yan version by Wuyi Star captures the depth, elegance, and technical refinement of this celebrated style.
Producer
Wuyi Star Tea is a modern tea producer from Fujian Province, rooted in the long-standing traditions of the Wuyi Mountains, a region renowned for its “rock tea” oolong styles and distinctive mineral-rich terroir. Founded in 2001, the company manages the entire process - from cultivation and leaf selection to processing, packaging, and export - while adhering to certified quality standards.
Their portfolio includes some of the most iconic Wuyi teas, such as Da Hong Pao and other yancha oolongs known for their mineral, lightly smoky, and fruity notes, as well as black, white, and green teas tailored to a wide range of preferences. Wuyi Star emphasizes traceability, authenticity, and the preservation of local techniques, establishing itself as a brand that successfully bridges traditional Chinese tea craftsmanship with the expectations of the modern global market.
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