Vintage 1999 Yichang Hao “Songti” Premium Aged Raw Pu-erh Tea | Sheng Pu erh with Perfect Dry Storage - 357g
1999 易昌号 宋体字 早期古树生普洱（完美干仓）
Historic • Camphor-Rich • Collector-Grade
The 1999 Yichang Hao “Songti” Premium Aged Raw Pu-erh Tea stands among the most respected and collectible Sheng Pu-erh releases of the late 1990s. Crafted in Menghai from high-quality large-leaf Yunnan material and stone-pressed using traditional methods, this aged raw pu-erh tea has undergone more than 25 years of pristine natural dry aging, developing a deep, camphor-rich profile treasured by connoisseurs.
Recognized for its iconic Song-style calligraphy wrapper and its place in Pu-erh history, this vintage represents the bridge between traditional 1990s production and the rising boutique tea culture of the early 2000s. Today, the 1999 “Songti” is celebrated for its purity, balance, and remarkable aging integrity.
✓ Historic 1999 Vintage — An iconic benchmark tea with over 25 years of clean aging.
✓ Authentic Menghai Ancient-Tree Material — Thick, sweet, and richly structured Sheng Pu-erh.
✓ Perfect Natural Dry Storage — Clean, crisp maturation of premium aged raw pu-erh tea.
✓ Classic Camphor & Aged Wood Profile — Deep, layered aromatics with cooling clarity.
✓ Collector-Grade Value — Highly sought-after 357 g cake from the pre-boom Yichang Hao era.
Powerful, elegant, and historically significant, the 1999 Yichang Hao “Songti” is a pristine example of late-90s Sheng craftsmanship. With its warm camphor sweetness, refined structure, and perfect dry aging, it is an exceptional aged raw pu-erh tea ideal for collectors and long-term connoisseurs seeking authenticity and depth.
1999 易昌号 宋体字 早期古树生普洱（完美干仓）
Historic • Camphor-Rich • Collector-Grade
The 1999 Yichang Hao “Songti” Premium Aged Raw Pu-erh Tea stands among the most respected and collectible Sheng Pu-erh releases of the late 1990s. Crafted in Menghai from high-quality large-leaf Yunnan material and stone-pressed using traditional methods, this aged raw pu-erh tea has undergone more than 25 years of pristine natural dry aging, developing a deep, camphor-rich profile treasured by connoisseurs.
Recognized for its iconic Song-style calligraphy wrapper and its place in Pu-erh history, this vintage represents the bridge between traditional 1990s production and the rising boutique tea culture of the early 2000s. Today, the 1999 “Songti” is celebrated for its purity, balance, and remarkable aging integrity.
✓ Historic 1999 Vintage — An iconic benchmark tea with over 25 years of clean aging.
✓ Authentic Menghai Ancient-Tree Material — Thick, sweet, and richly structured Sheng Pu-erh.
✓ Perfect Natural Dry Storage — Clean, crisp maturation of premium aged raw pu-erh tea.
✓ Classic Camphor & Aged Wood Profile — Deep, layered aromatics with cooling clarity.
✓ Collector-Grade Value — Highly sought-after 357 g cake from the pre-boom Yichang Hao era.
Powerful, elegant, and historically significant, the 1999 Yichang Hao “Songti” is a pristine example of late-90s Sheng craftsmanship. With its warm camphor sweetness, refined structure, and perfect dry aging, it is an exceptional aged raw pu-erh tea ideal for collectors and long-term connoisseurs seeking authenticity and depth.
Aroma: Aged camphor, sandalwood, incense, sweet resin
Taste: Deep, clean aged sweetness with camphor clarity, dried fruit richness, and layered mineral depth
Texture: Thick, rounded, silky, with gentle herbal warmth
Aftertaste: Long-lasting huigan and rising sweetness across steeps.
- One of the most iconic late-1990s Yichang Hao productions
- Perfect natural dry storage (rare for 1990s vintages)
- Thick, sweet, camphor-rich aged Pu-erh profile
- Benchmark example for understanding late-90s Sheng Pu-erh
- Ideal for collectors upgrading their aged Pu-erh portfolio
A quick rinse releases incense-like sweetness.
Early steeps: smooth, camphor-rich, warming.
Middle infusions: deep aged wood, resin, dried fruit.
Final steeps: cooling, sweet, elegant, meditative.
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The 1999 Yichang Hao “Songti” is one of the most revered aged Pu-erh teas from the transitional era that shaped modern premium Pu-erh culture. Distinguished by its Song-style calligraphy wrapper, this vintage represents the classic Menghai style that defined the late 1990s — a period before large-scale commercial expansion, when quality leaf selection and artisanal processing were the heart of Pu-erh craftsmanship.
Produced in Menghai County using high-grade ancient-arbor large-leaf material, the tea was stone-pressed by hand and carefully stored in clean, dry conditions for over two decades. Prior to the Pu-erh boom, production volumes were smaller, source gardens cleaner, and processing techniques deeply traditional — all of which contribute to the purity and elegance of this vintage.
After 25 years of perfect dry storage, the tea has developed into a mature, camphor-rich aged raw pu-erh tea with remarkable depth. Its flavor profile reflects the hallmarks of top-tier late-90s Sheng Pu-erh:
- Aged sandalwood and incense wood aromatics
- Cooling camphor sweetness and resinous depth
- Warm mineral tones and herbal clarity
- Dried longan and jujube sweetness
- A thick, smooth, fully integrated body
The Cha Qi is grounding, warm, and meditative — the kind of steady, refined energy that seasoned drinkers associate with well-aged ancient-tree Sheng Pu-erh. With its impeccable storage, historic significance, and highly collectible value, the 1999 “Songti” remains a cornerstone for Pu-erh collectors seeking authenticity, maturity, and perfect aging integrity.
Tea Type: Aged Raw Pu-erh Tea (Aged Sheng Pu-erh)
Vintage: 1999
Producer: Yichang Hao (易昌号)
Marking: "Songti" (宋体字) Wrapper
Region: Menghai, Yunnan, China
Tree Type: Ancient Arbor (古树)
Material: Large-leaf Yunnan varietal (big-leaf species) from ancient arbor trees
Weight: 357g compressed tea cake
Age & Storage: Natural dry-aged. Perfect natural dry storage.
Recommended Brew Style:Gongfu brewing, 5-7g per session
- Serious Pu-erh tea collectors
- Tea drinkers seeking classic late-90s Sheng Pu-erh
- Those who enjoy camphor, incense, and resin-like aged flavors
- Fans of Menghai-style ancient-tree tea
- Buyers seeking strong investment-grade Pu-erh
A pristine example of late-1990s craftsmanship, the 1999 Yichang Hao “Songti” is a beautifully matured aged raw pu-erh tea with camphor depth, warming energy, and perfect dry storage. Historic, elegant, and highly collectible — a cornerstone vintage for any serious Pu-erh collection.
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