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1983 壹玖捌叁 | Banzhang · Ripe Pu-erh
1983 壹玖捌叁 | Banzhang · Ripe Pu-erh
1983 壹玖捌叁 | Banzhang · Ripe Pu-erh
1983 壹玖捌叁 | Banzhang · Ripe Pu-erh
1983 壹玖捌叁 | Banzhang · Ripe Pu-erh
1983 壹玖捌叁 | Banzhang · Ripe Pu-erh
1983 壹玖捌叁 | Banzhang · Ripe Pu-erh
1983 壹玖捌叁 | Banzhang · Ripe Pu-erh
Fung Tea

1983 壹玖捌叁 | Banzhang · Ripe Pu-erh

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Banzhang Depth
Made from ancient-tree tea leaves sourced from the Banzhang tea region, this ripe Pu-erh combines the substantial character of old-tree material with the mellow depth developed through controlled fermentation. Rich, warming, and smooth, it offers a comforting expression of Banzhang without harshness or dryness.

Appearance
The cake is round, evenly proportioned, and moderately compressed, with a clearly defined central indentation and clean, intact edges. Thick tea strands are interwoven with visible golden tips, while the surface displays a glossy red-brown color.

Aroma Tea Liquor
Once brewed, the tea produces a deep red liquor that remains clear and luminous. The aromatic profile is led by sticky-rice fragrance and dried licorice-like herbal notes, supported by warm wood, sweet jujube, and gentle honey.

Taste Finish
The liquor is rich, full-bodied, and smooth, with a soft, refined texture that flows across the palate without coarse astringency or throat dryness. A mellow ancient-tree depth is followed by lingering jujube sweetness, a warm throat sensation, and a comfortable, warming finish.

Origin:
Menghai (勐海), Yunnan (雲南), China

Tea Region:
Banzhang Tea Region (班章核心茶區)

Altitude:
Approximately 1,850 Metres

Tree Age:
Over 100 Years Old

Aged For:
3–5 Years

Harvest Season:
First-Spring

Tea Material:
Ancient-Tree Tea Leaves

The Fung Tea Documentary

A Legacy Crafted Through Time

Journey from Yunnan’s tea mountains to the people, places and traditions that have shaped Fung Tea for more than forty years. Discover the origins, craftsmanship and enduring values behind our story.

A Legacy That Began in 1983

When the hands of time turn back to 1983, the story between the founder of Fung Tea and tea begins.

In 2025, Fung Tea proudly introduced “1983”, named after the year its founder began his tea-making journey. It commemorates the origins of over forty years of craftsmanship, honors the original dedication to tea making, and carries forward the traditions of the craft.

Forty years mark the completion of one journey and the beginning of another. With an enduring vision for the future, we invite you to experience the fragrance of tea refined through time.

Menghai’s Hidden Mountains Nurture Distinctive Character

The Spirit of Banzhang Shapes a Legend

Menghai County in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, is known as the birthplace of Pu-erh tea. Fung Tea is rooted in this region, with its primary tea-making facility located in Banpen Old Village at the heart of Banzhang.

From here, we source ancient-tree leaves across the greater Banzhang area, including Lao Banzhang and Xin Banzhang.

At an average elevation of 1,850 metres, the region’s year-round mist, abundant rainfall, fertile soil, wide temperature variations, and strong high-altitude sunlight create exceptional growing conditions. Together, these natural elements make Banzhang one of China’s largest and most diverse ancient-tree tea regions.

First-Spring Ancient-Tree Leaves

Handpicked to Preserve Their True Character

“1983” is made from carefully selected first-spring leaves harvested from ancient tea trees. Each leaf is gathered with great care by experienced tea pickers who travel deep into the mountain forests and climb the old trees to harvest by hand.

Using skilled, precise movements, they gently pick the tender buds and leaves while avoiding mechanical damage. This careful approach preserves the tea’s natural freshness, vitality, and distinctive mountain character, creating a strong foundation for the rich, full-bodied, and refreshing qualities of the finished ripe Pu-erh.

Traditional Wet-Pile Fermentation Reveals Its True Character

The Distinctive Essence of Menghai, Fully Developed

Following traditional wet-pile fermentation, every stage is carefully overseen by experienced tea masters. Temperature, humidity, and the microbial environment are precisely controlled, allowing the tea’s natural compounds to transform fully.

As fermentation progresses, bitterness and astringency gradually soften into mellow sweetness, smooth depth, and a distinctive aged fragrance. Through this process, “1983” Ripe Pu-erh develops its signature Menghai character, with a rich mature aroma and a long, lingering finish.

40 Years of Dedicated Craftsmanship

Two Tea-Making Techniques, Refined as One

Drawing on forty years of Fung Tea craftsmanship, “1983” Ripe Pu-erh combines traditional hand rolling and natural sun-drying with carefully controlled wet-pile fermentation.

From the moment the fresh leaves are harvested, each stage is closely supervised by experienced tea masters. Precise hand rolling and natural sun-drying preserve the tea’s original vitality, while decades of fermentation expertise guide the careful control of temperature, humidity, and timing.

Through this balance of traditional craftsmanship and precise fermentation, the leaves gradually transform into a ripe Pu-erh with smooth depth, mature character, and enduring quality.

Carefully Crafted to Reveal the Character of the Dry Leaf

Glossy Chestnut-Brown Leaves with Refined Luster

The dry leaves are tightly formed and evenly shaped, with a glossy chestnut-brown appearance and fine tips visible throughout.

Each strand reflects the care of experienced tea makers, shaped through multiple stages including harvesting, rolling, and fermentation. Under natural light, the leaves reveal a distinctive sheen that speaks to the quality of their origin and craftsmanship.

Even before brewing, their rich color, texture, and polished appearance create a sense of anticipation for the tea to come.

Deep Red Tea Liquor Glows Like Amber

Rich, Silky Texture with a Comforting Finish

To brew “1983” Ripe Pu-erh Tea, use 95-100°C boiling water with a gaiwan or Yixing teapot and approximately 8–10g of tea.

Rinse the leaves for 5–8 seconds and decant immediately. The deep red, amber-like liquor then flows slowly from the vessel, revealing a rich consistency and a noticeable coating on the cup.

Its aroma carries sweet sticky-rice and mature aged notes. Full-bodied yet silky, the liquor offers concentrated flavor, mellow depth, returning sweetness, and a lingering throat sensation, all supported by the distinctive character of high-mountain tea.

Deep Red, Rich, and Silky

The Character of Bulang Mountain Lingers in the Finish

The tea liquor glows a deep amber-red, with a rich consistency that gently coats the cup. Its smooth, substantial texture is complemented by mature fragrance, warm woody sweetness, and honeyed notes that become more pronounced after the first few infusions.

On the palate, the liquor feels fine and silky, with sweetness gradually spreading from the tongue to the throat. A trace of bitterness fades almost immediately into lasting returning sweetness.

Even after ten infusions, the tea remains deep red and luminous, leaving the throat refreshed and open, with a soft, sweet, and lingering finish.

Glossy Chestnut-Red Infused Leaves

Supple Texture with a Natural Sheen

The infused leaves display an even, glossy chestnut-red color, without scorched or under-fermented patches. They remain supple and resilient, with a thick, substantial texture, while the brown-gold buds retain visible fine tips and unfold well after brewing.

Even after wet-pile fermentation, the leaves preserve excellent elasticity, reflecting the quality of the ancient-tree material and precise control throughout the fermentation process. Each leaf carries a smooth, mellow character shaped by time.

Ageing Deepens Its Aroma and Mellow Character

An Exceptional Tea for Collecting and Gifting

“1983” Ripe Pu-erh is designed to develop beautifully with time. Under proper storage conditions, the tea continues to transform, gradually revealing a richer mature aroma, smoother texture, and deeper, more rounded flavor.

Presented in an elegant gift box, it is an excellent choice for personal collection, allowing you to experience how time shapes the tea’s character. It also makes a meaningful gift for family and friends, conveying lasting appreciation and creating treasured memories through tea.

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