9501 Chen Nian – 1995 Vintage Aged Liubao Tea

Harvested from old-growth local tea trees in Guangxi, 9501 Chen Nian 1995 Vintage Liubao Tea represents a deeply aged expression of traditional Liubao dark tea. Made from premium first-flush spring buds and tips, it has developed a rich, smooth, and layered character through decades of natural aging, making it particularly appealing to experienced tea drinkers, aged tea collectors, and Liubao enthusiasts.

Deep, pure aromas of woody herbs, camphor, sandalwood, almond, peanut dew, glutinous rice, and subtle milk gradually unfold as the tea opens. Thick, rich, and full-bodied, the liquor has a silky, pectin-like texture with a powerful mouthfeel and lingering sweetness. Later infusions become softer, sweeter, and more rounded, revealing deeper aged herbal and glutinous-rice notes. Simmering brings out an even richer, thicker profile with creamy and aged woody nuances.

Traditional Liubao craftsmanship begins with the classic double-steaming and double-pressing technique, followed by carefully controlled fermentation. After production in 1995, the tea was stored in a traditional tea cellar for three years before spending decades in a dry wooden warehouse. This long period of natural aging has transformed the tea into a mature, refined, and complex Liubao while preserving its clarity and structure, with the original sharpness gradually giving way to a smoother, more harmonious character.