Bulang Shengtai Tribute, Xinghai. Crisp savoriness progresses to bright citrusy sweetness then to citrusy savory. That savory note is mushroom. Middle infusions pique salivation while at beginning and end drying. This ’05 marks the very last year where Xinghai offered fully traditional processing that requires 20 years storage under moderate conditions before rounding into form. It’s currently in a very good place. The smoke and apple notes seem to have waned giving rise to a distinctive personality balanced in sweetness and astringency. Surprising citrus, heretofore never tasted in a Xinghai production. Uplifting, focusing attention, and durable. Dry-stored, Los Angeles since April ’22 357g. Not for the newbie.
70¢
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