Another wonderful sencha from Chiyonoen. Their teas along with Kurihara seem to be winners from Yunomi’s catalogue.
No bitterness or astringency. Pure umami sweetness and smoothness.
Harvest: May 1, 2024 (88th day of spring)
Cultivar: Blend of saemidori, yabukita, okumidori, okuyutaka
Location: Upper mountains of Yabe village, Yame District, Fukuoka, Japan
Altitude: 600 m
Flavors: Umami, sweetness, vegetal
Flavors: Sweet, Umami, Vegetal