Nestled in the southern slopes of the Himalaya Mountain Range, this fine tea thrives at elevations of 6,800 feet. Darjeeling's preeminence as India's foremost producer of premium quality black teas is due to a unique combination of factors. Higher elevation, soil type, hilly terrain with excellent drainage, weather pattern and age and diversity of bush all lend a hand in helping create a flavor profile. Darjeeling teas have the most precious qualities of the world. They possess an exquisite bouquet and flavor and a distinctive grape character, almost wine-like in taste, in a lovely and light cup.