This may seem like a odd thing to say, but I find the leaves of this tea very attractive, the size and shape are very much like a Da Hong Pao that I enjoy. The first grade has smaller leaves and I expect they are sweeter when tested side by side, but I love the rich, organic look of a large twisted leaf.
The tea is very good and hubby and I both enjoyed it. It resteeps well, and was sweet and without bitterness. it is more woodsy with only a bare hint of the chocolate aroma (milk chocolate specifically) that I found in the first grade. Very good shu.
