Calvin Chen is a pioneering tea producer in Mingjian, Taiwan, where he carries on the legacy of his father's vision to cultivate non-native tea cultivars in new terroirs. His work reflects both reverence for tradition and a restless curiosity, tending rare plantings from Wuyishan, Phoenix Mountain, and Anxi while experimenting with Taiwanese processing methods and careful aging. Known for his skill and patience, Chen has built a living archive of prized varietals, crafting teas that reveal new dimensions of flavor and character far from their places of origin. Through his dedication, he reframes classics with supple, layered profiles, offering tea drinkers singular perspectives rooted in both heritage and innovation.