{"product_id":"2009-yunnan-menghai-lao-banzhang-old-tree-aged-ripe-pu-erh-cake-357g-xi-gui-hao","title":"2009 Yunnan Menghai Lao Banzhang Old Tree Aged Ripe Pu-erh Cake 357g | Xi Gui Hao","description":"\u003c!-- Xiguihao Product Description Template --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Yunnan Lao Banzhang 17-Year Aged Old Tree Ripe Pu-erh — 2009 \/ 357g Cake --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Copy everything below and paste into Shopify product description editor (HTML mode) --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.xgh-product-desc {\n  font-family: 'DM Sans', 'Noto Sans SC', Arial, sans-serif;\n  color: #333;\n  line-height: 1.7;\n  max-width: 800px;\n  margin: 0 auto;\n  padding: 20px;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc h2 {\n  font-family: 'Cormorant Garamond', 'Noto Serif SC', Georgia, serif;\n  color: #2E5D3F;\n  font-size: 22px;\n  border-bottom: 2px solid #C8963E;\n  padding-bottom: 8px;\n  margin-top: 36px;\n  margin-bottom: 16px;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc h3 {\n  font-family: 'Cormorant Garamond', 'Noto Serif SC', Georgia, serif;\n  color: #2E5D3F;\n  font-size: 17px;\n  margin-top: 20px;\n  margin-bottom: 10px;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc p {\n  margin-bottom: 14px;\n  font-size: 15px;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc .xgh-lead {\n  font-size: 16px;\n  color: #1B3D2B;\n  font-style: italic;\n  border-left: 4px solid #C8963E;\n  padding-left: 16px;\n  margin: 20px 0;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc table {\n  width: 100%;\n  border-collapse: collapse;\n  margin: 16px 0;\n  font-size: 14px;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc table th {\n  background: #2E5D3F;\n  color: #fff;\n  padding: 10px 14px;\n  text-align: left;\n  font-weight: 600;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc table td {\n  padding: 10px 14px;\n  border-bottom: 1px solid #E0DDD6;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc table tr:nth-child(even) td {\n  background: #FAF8F5;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc .xgh-spec-table td:first-child {\n  font-weight: 600;\n  color: #2E5D3F;\n  width: 35%;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc ul {\n  padding-left: 20px;\n  margin-bottom: 14px;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc li {\n  margin-bottom: 6px;\n  font-size: 15px;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc li strong {\n  color: #2E5D3F;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc .xgh-step {\n  background: #FAF8F5;\n  border-left: 3px solid #C8963E;\n  padding: 12px 18px;\n  margin: 12px 0;\n  border-radius: 0 6px 6px 0;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc .xgh-western-brew {\n  background: #2E5D3F;\n  color: #fff;\n  border-radius: 8px;\n  padding: 18px 22px;\n  margin: 20px 0;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc .xgh-western-brew h3 {\n  color: #C8963E;\n  font-size: 16px;\n  margin-top: 0;\n  margin-bottom: 10px;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc .xgh-western-brew p {\n  color: #e8e4df;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  margin-bottom: 10px;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc .xgh-western-brew p:last-child {\n  margin-bottom: 0;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc .xgh-disclaimer {\n  font-size: 12px;\n  color: #999;\n  border-top: 1px solid #E0DDD6;\n  padding-top: 14px;\n  margin-top: 28px;\n  font-style: italic;\n}\n\n.xgh-product-desc .xgh-stock-alert {\n  background: linear-gradient(135deg, #A03028 0%, #8B1A1A 100%);\n  color: #fff;\n  font-size: 16px;\n  font-weight: 600;\n  text-align: center;\n  padding: 16px 20px;\n  border-radius: 8px;\n  margin-bottom: 24px;\n  letter-spacing: 0.3px;\n  box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(160, 48, 40, 0.3);\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 600px) {\n  .xgh-product-desc { padding: 10px; }\n  .xgh-product-desc h2 { font-size: 19px; }\n  .xgh-product-desc table { font-size: 13px; }\n  .xgh-product-desc table th,\n  .xgh-product-desc table td { padding: 8px 10px; }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"xgh-product-desc\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- ===== STOCK ALERT ===== --\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"xgh-stock-alert\"\u003e🍂 \u003cstrong\u003eA Single Pressing from 2009 — Cannot Be Replicated.\u003c\/strong\u003e 17 years of aging cannot be rushed or recreated. This tea was crafted in 2009 from old tree leaves in Lao Banzhang. What exists today is all there will ever be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ===== PRODUCT OVERVIEW ===== --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e17 Years of Time — Lao Banzhang Old Tree Aged Ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"xgh-lead\"\u003eCrafted in 2009 from old tea trees in Lao Banzhang village, Bulang Mountain, Menghai, Yunnan, this 17-year-aged ripe pu-erh represents a rare convergence of legendary terroir, traditional stone-mill craftsmanship, and nearly two decades of natural transformation. The result is an extraordinary aged shou pu-erh of remarkable smoothness, depth, and refined complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLao Banzhang\u003c\/strong\u003e (老班章), located in Bulang Mountain's Brown ethnic township within Menghai County, Yunnan, is widely regarded as the crown jewel among Yunnan's pu-erh producing villages. At approximately 1,500 meters altitude, its old-growth tea forests produce large-leaf material with unmatched richness and aging potential. The leaves for this cake were hand-picked from ancient trees, fermented using traditional methods, and pressed by hand using stone mills — preserving every nuance of flavor that only time can deepen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter 17 years of careful storage, this tea has entered a truly special phase of its life. The fermentation aroma has fully resolved into a clean, aged fragrance. The liquor is silky, full-bodied, and profoundly satisfying — each cup reveals new layers of sweetness, earthiness, and quiet power. This is not merely tea to drink; it is tea to experience, remember, and treasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ===== FLAVOR PROFILE ===== --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile \u0026amp; Tasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry Leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDense, well-compressed cake with a rich dark brown surface showing hints of reddish-golden tones. A pronounced aged fragrance (陈香) rises from the dry leaves — warm, woody, and inviting, with no raw or harsh notes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiquor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep reddish-brown with a lustrous, oily sheen (油润) — crystal clear yet richly saturated. The color is consistent across infusions, demonstrating excellent extraction stability.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClean aged fragrance dominates — dried jujube, aged sandalwood, and a subtle sweet earthiness. No trace of raw fermentation remains after 17 years of natural settling. The aroma is elegant and restrained rather than overpowering.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfoundly mellow and rich (醇厚). The first sip delivers a thick, creamy mouthfeel that coats the entire palate. The texture is exceptionally fine and delicate (汤柔细腻) while being simultaneously full and substantial (饱满). A deep, rounded sweetness emerges gradually and builds through multiple infusions — the longer you drink, the sweeter it becomes. There is absolutely no harshness or astringency.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMouthfeel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilky, lubricating, and remarkably fine-grained. The liquor glides over the tongue like warm velvet — smooth without being thin, substantial without being heavy. A gentle warmth spreads from the throat down into the chest, characteristic of well-aged ripe pu-erh from premium old-tree material.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong, lingering, and deeply comforting. The sweetness persists at the back of the throat for minutes after drinking. A subtle warming sensation accompanies the finish, leaving you with a sense of calm contentment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging Potential\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis tea is already in its prime at 17 years of age, offering exceptional drinking quality right now. It will continue to evolve gracefully for many more decades under proper storage — becoming even smoother, more complex, and more precious with each passing year. An ideal choice for both immediate enjoyment and long-term collection.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- ===== PRODUCT DETAILS ===== --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"xgh-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXi Gui Hao (昔归号)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTea Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRipe Pu-erh Tea (Shou Puerh)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVintage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2009\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~17 Years (Aged since 2009)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLao Banzhang Village, Bulang Mountain, Menghai, Yunnan, China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTree Age\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOld Tree (Gushu \/ Ancient Tree)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAltitude\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~1,500m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e357g (cake)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompressed round cake (bing cha) — handcrafted, stone-mill pressed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- ===== BREWING GUIDE ===== --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"xgh-step\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGongfu Style (Recommended)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRatio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–8g to 150ml gaiwan or clay teapot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95°C – 100°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinse:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 quick rinse, 5 seconds, discard (essential for awakening 17-year-aged leaves)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteeping:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–15 seconds for the first 3 infusions, increase by 5–10 seconds each round. 15–18 infusions achievable — the endurance of this aged material is exceptional.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"xgh-western-brew\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWestern \/ Mug Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreak off a small piece (3–5g) and add to your mug with 95°C water. Steep 2–3 minutes for a rich, mellow cup with deep amber-red color and smooth, sweet character. This 17-year-aged shou pu-erh is incredibly forgiving — no bitterness, just pure comfort in every sip. Re-steep 4–5 times by refilling with hot water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ===== STORAGE ===== --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Store\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight and strong odors. Keep the cake in its original wrapper or transfer to a breathable kraft paper bag, unglazed clay jar, or traditional bamboo tong. As a 17-year-aged ripe pu-erh, this tea has already undergone extensive natural transformation — proper storage will preserve its current excellence and allow continued gentle evolution. Never use plastic containers or refrigerators, which trap moisture and odors that can compromise the tea's character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ===== DISCLAIMER ===== --\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"xgh-disclaimer\"\u003eNatural \u0026amp; Handcrafted: This product is made from 100% natural tea leaves, hand-picked and traditionally processed in Yunnan, China. It contains no artificial additives, flavorings, or preservatives. Like all real teas, Pu-erh contains natural caffeine. 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