Good Pu 'er is a faint fragrance from a distant hill.

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A good literary work evokes a vivid sense of immersion while reading, as if one is transported into the scenes described by the author, experiencing the surroundings with deep empathy.

A good musical piece allows one to sense the composer's emotions and心境 when the melody twists and turns, leading to moments of joy or sorrow, rising and falling with the music.

A well-executed painting, when viewed, seems to gaze directly at the slanting sunlight, allowing one to feel the cool breeze and achieve a tranquil state of mind.

Like that cup of Pu'er tea, before even taking a sip, the entire room is filled with fragrance, as if directly transported to the mountains and fields—this is the genuine, unadulterated taste of nature. If it's freshly brewed, you can still catch a hint of its freshness, as if preserving the subtle aroma of trees in the forest or a faint floral fragrance. If aged for several years, it carries a mellow honeyed aroma, neither overly sweet nor cloying, yet truly refreshing to the soul. If you're lucky enough to encounter a vintage made from ancient tree leaves, a unique woody fragrance takes you deeper into the heart of the wilderness—a land so remote that its very age lends it a sense of weight, where even a single story is already "many, many years ago.".

The tea enters the mouth, with bitterness and astringency swiftly reacting on the tongue and cheeks, revealing the true essence of life. Yet, in a single breath, a subtle sweetness spreads across the tongue. Like following the growth of plants, enduring a harsh winter, resisting bitterness to sprout branches in early spring, and struggling to unfurl tender leaves—this is the temperament it has held steadfast for a season. Each is unique, each has its own unspeakable qualities, yet each carries its own pride. The palate is filled with fragrance, whether bold or delicate, belonging to the release of different tribes.

One infusion follows another, the tongue feeling refreshed as the tea liquor dances over the tip and slides smoothly down to the root, leaving an indescribably silky texture. Sweetness layers upon layers, enveloping the senses continuously. By the time this infusion ends, the taste remains lingering in that harmonious richness.

Excellent Pu'er, as you gaze upon the vibrant leaves, there's no doubt about the faint fragrance wafting from distant mountains. Yet, what you truly feel is the invigorating and lively vitality filling your mouth—how delightful.