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’06 T8371
Price range: $36.00 through $90.00
Guangdong stored, light fermentation. Tannins and cinnamon notes.
The ’06 T8371 ripe brick delivers crystal clarity and deep earthiness. A large Guangdong distributor commissioned this Zhongcha production, which draws from grade 7 leaves—a contrast from the flagship 7581. Light fermentation and prized Guangdong storage team up to create a ripe experience that channels the character of a 25-year aged raw.
Expect more tannin-driven grip across the tongue and throat, along with a touch of cinnamon. That lighter fermentation puts T8371 in rare company—leaner than typical 7581 and with more defined edges. By comparison, aged 7581 drinks thicker and sweeter, often bursting with camphor in humid conditions or fruity tones when dry-stored.
Guangdong storage remains a favorite among ripe junkies for its transformative depth. T8371 hits that mark while keeping its brilliance intact—dark ruby liquor, sparkling clarity, and a clean finish that lives up to Zhongcha’s high standards. Resting in Los Angeles storage since 2018.
36¢
| Size | 250g, 60g |
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