In short: Tabay Tea Factory And Plantations is a black tea estate in Jardín América, Argentina, operated by Casa Fuentes S.A.C.I.F.I., one of three estates in our directory run by the same company.
Tabay Tea Factory And Plantations is a black tea estate located in Jardín América, in the Argentine province of Misiones. The facility is operated by Casa Fuentes S.A.C.I.F.I., a company with a documented presence in the Argentine tea sector. The estate sits at approximately 207 metres above sea level, within the subtropical zone where Argentina's domestic tea industry is concentrated.
Terroir & Climate
At 207 metres elevation in the Misiones region, Tabay occupies terrain typical of Argentina's tea-growing heartland. Estates at this latitude and altitude generally experience a humid subtropical climate, with warm summers and mild winters that permit year-round vegetative growth, though picking intensity typically peaks during the warmer months. The elevation is modest by global standards, and plantations in this band tend to produce leaf with vigorous growth rates rather than the slower maturation associated with high-altitude gardens.
The combination of latitude near 27°S and the region's rainfall patterns generally supports robust bush development. Soils in this part of Misiones are often lateritic and acidic, conditions that tend to favour tea cultivation. The relatively low altitude typically correlates with warmer ambient temperatures during the growing season, which can encourage faster shoot development and a profile that leans toward strength and body in the processed leaf.
Tea Produced
Tabay produces black tea. Estates in this part of Argentina, working at similar elevations and latitudes, typically yield a cup with pronounced malt and body, sometimes with a straightforward, robust character that suits blending or domestic consumption. The subtropical growing conditions tend to favour strength over complexity, though well-made lots can show clean, brisk qualities. Argentine black teas from this zone are often less aromatic than high-grown teas from other origins, but they can offer consistent colour and a dependable base note.
Operator
Casa Fuentes S.A.C.I.F.I. operates Tabay Tea Factory And Plantations. The company runs two other estates recorded in our directory, indicating a multi-site production footprint within the Argentine tea industry. Casa Fuentes is an established name in the sector, and its portfolio suggests a degree of vertical integration or estate-level control that is relatively uncommon in the fragmented landscape of smaller South American tea producers.
Certifications & Ethics
Tabay Tea Factory And Plantations holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, a multi-stakeholder initiative that monitors labour and environmental standards across the global tea supply chain. ETP membership signals that the estate has undergone independent assessment against the organisation's code, covering areas such as wages, working conditions, pesticide use, and community welfare. For buyers, this certification offers a degree of third-party assurance on responsible sourcing; for workers, it is intended to underpin enforceable minimum standards and a framework for grievance and improvement.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations lies at -27.0399, -55.2307 in Jardín América, Argentina. Its 207 m elevation is the 14th highest of 16 estates we map in Argentina. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya — 19 km away · Misiones
- Casa Fuentes — 31 km away · Campo Grande
- J Llorente Y Cias A — 33 km away · Misiones
- Capell — 34 km away · RN14
- Las Marias North — 35 km away · Aristóbulo del Valle
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations (207 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations recorded 2,073 mm in 2025, 24% less than the 2,738 mm average across these estates: at the same height, local weather and exposure matter as much as elevation.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. | Pingzhen Dist, Taiwan | 207 m | 2,330 mm | 26.5 °C |
| Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. | Mingjian Township, Taiwan | 206 m | 2,279 mm | 28.1 °C |
| Kalawana, Rain Forest | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 210 m | 3,348 mm | 29.4 °C |
| New Vithanakanda | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 204 m | 3,269 mm | 29.6 °C |
| Khobong | Assam, India | 199 m | 2,465 mm | 29.1 °C |
Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations Compared with Argentina
In Argentina, Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations is the wettest of the 16 estates by 2025 rainfall; lower than 87% of the others by elevation; warmer than 93% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations against the 15 other estates we map in Argentina, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 207 m | 372 m | 173 to 482 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,073 mm | 1,816 mm | 1,707 to 1,896 mm |
| Mean daily high | 27.4 °C | 26.0 °C | 25.3 to 27.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 16.8 °C | 16.1 °C | 14.9 to 16.7 °C |
Observed Climate at Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations’s coordinates recorded 2,073 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was June (341 mm) and the driest was March (55 mm). Daytime highs averaged 27.4 °C and overnight lows 16.8 °C over the year; February was the warmest month and June the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,073 mm |
| Wettest month | June (341 mm) |
| Driest month | March (55 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 27.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 16.8 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations located?
Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations is in Jardín América, Argentina, at coordinates -27.0399, -55.2307, at an elevation of about 207 metres.
Who operates Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations?
Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations is operated by Casa Fuentes S.A.C.I.F.I., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations produce?
Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations hold?
Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,073 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in June (341 mm).
How does Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations recorded 2,073 mm in 2025, 24% less rain than the 2,738 mm average of estates at a similar elevation.
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
