Why Older Chenpi Costs More

Older chenpi is often priced higher due to flavor maturity, scarcity, and long-term storage costs.

Main Reasons

1. More mature flavor: aroma becomes more restrained and taste smoother with aging;
2. Processing and management cost: long aging requires ongoing sunning and care;
3. Storage difficulty: longer time increases risk and demands stable conditions;
4. Scarcity: fewer pieces remain in good condition after many years;
5. Time cost: long storage ties up space and resources.

Overall, age often raises price, but actual quality and storage condition still matter most.