The 2009 Junchang Hao Ripe Pu-erh is the more mature, more complete expression of this series, as extra years of ageing have rounded every edge and deepened the flavour into a darker, more layered sweetness. 

It was crafted from an uncommon fusion of scarce ancient-tree material from two respected regions, Menghai for depth and structure, and Fengqing in Lincang for natural sweetness, using quality leaves that add to both its appearance and performance. 

The cake displays plenty of visible golden buds, and it brews a clear, glowing red-brown liquor that stays bright even as it grows richer through the session. The aroma is deeply integrated, showing aged fragrance, dark honey, dried date, and polished wood, with a quiet warmth that suggests cocoa rather than earth. On the palate it is dense and velvety, coating the mouth with a calm, syrup-like sweetness, and a soft, rounded depth that only comes with time. The finish is long and clean, with a refined lingering sweetness and an elegant aged perfume that returns after each sip.