2015 Guose Tianxiang Vintage Tianma Chenpi (Tangerine Peel)

Xinhui City 新会市 boasts a unique geographical environment, nestled between mountains and rivers. With mountains to the north and south, and two rivers converging at a junction of fresh and salt water, the region forms an alluvial plain along both banks of the Tan River, centered around Yinzhou Lake. This area has a distinctive soil structure and a unique subtropical maritime monsoon climate. These natural elements combine to create the exceptional quality of Xinhui chenpi (aged tangerine peel). The core production areas for authentic Xinhui chenpi are centered around Xiongzitai 熊子塔 and include Tianma 天马, Meijiang 梅江, Chakeng 茶坑, Dongjia 东甲, and Xijia 西甲.

“Winter peel 冬后皮” refers to the tangerine fruit harvested after the Winter Solstice, also known locally as “first red peel 头红皮” or “ugly peel 丑皮.” These fruits are picked the latest in the season, when the dahonggan (大红柑， Large Red Mandarins) are fully ripened and have a high sugar content. At the time of harvest, the fruit flesh and peel begin to dehydrate and naturally separate, resulting in a thick albedo layer and a wrinkled outer skin—an identifying trait of Xinhui chenpi. The batch harvested in 2015 has undergone years of natural dry storage aging, developing a mellow, rich aroma and enhanced quality.

“A tael of chenpi is worth a tael of gold; a century-old peel surpasses gold.” According to traditional Chinese medicine, chenpi is pungent and bitter in flavor, warm in nature, and used to regulate qi, strengthen the spleen, dry dampness, and reduce phlegm—making it valuable for dietary therapy. Xinhui chenpi is rich in volatile oils, flavonoids, alkaloids, and chenpi polysaccharides. As it ages, both its fragrance and medicinal benefits become more refined and gentle, making it a premium choice for collection, tea brewing, or culinary use.



How to Store Chenpi
Storage Environment
Keep in a dry, odor-free, and clean environment, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Store in breathable containers such as clay jars, cardboard boxes, or wooden boxes with proper sealing.

Regular Maintenance
In humid or rainy regions, Chenpi should be aired and sun-dried periodically to prevent mold. During rainy seasons, it’s recommended to ventilate or sun-dry once a month to maintain dryness and support natural aging.