In short: Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya is a black tea estate in Misiones, Argentina, recorded as supplying Finlays.
Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya is a tea estate situated in Misiones, Argentina, at an elevation of 202 metres above sea level. The estate produces black tea and is recorded as supplying Finlays, a significant participant in the global tea supply chain.
Terroir & Climate
At 202 metres elevation in Misiones, the estate occupies a relatively low-altitude position in a subtropical zone near latitude 27°S. Tea grown at these latitudes in northeastern Argentina typically benefits from warm, humid conditions and a year-round growing season, though estates at this elevation generally experience less of the diurnal temperature variation that characterises higher-altitude gardens. The Misiones region tends to receive abundant rainfall distributed across the calendar, which can support vigorous vegetative growth.
Estates at similar elevations in subtropical climates often yield leaf that matures more rapidly than counterparts grown in cooler highland zones. The consistently warm temperatures typical of this altitude band generally favour continuous flush cycles rather than the dormancy periods that shape production rhythms in more temperate or high-altitude districts. Such conditions tend to produce robust leaf suitable for orthodox black tea manufacture.
Tea Produced
The estate produces black tea. Estates in Misiones at comparable elevations typically yield a cup profile characterised by straightforward malty or toasted notes rather than the floral or bright aromatics associated with high-grown teas. The warm, humid terroir generally supports full-bodied liquor with good colour, though the faster maturation cycle at lower altitudes often results in leaf that emphasises strength and depth over nuanced complexity. Such teas tend to perform well in blends requiring consistent body and robust character.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya is recorded as supplying Finlays, a major tea processor and supplier with a global footprint in sourcing, blending, and distribution. Finlays typically aggregates volume from estates across multiple origins for onward sale to retail brands, foodservice operators, and other buyers in the international tea trade. The presence of this relationship suggests that production from the estate enters a broad, diversified supply chain rather than being marketed under a single estate label, which is consistent with the position of many black tea producers serving the bulk and blending segments of the market.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya lies at -26.9773, -55.0512 in Misiones, Argentina. Its 202 m elevation is the 7th highest of 8 estates we map in Misiones. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations — 19 km away · Jardín América
- J Llorente Y Cias A — 20 km away
- Las Marias North — 21 km away · Aristóbulo del Valle
- Capell — 23 km away · RN14
- Casa Fuentes — 26 km away · Campo Grande
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya (202 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya recorded 1,841 mm in 2025, 24% less than the 2,417 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Orangajuli Tea Estate | Assam;, India | 199 m | 1,742 mm | 28.4 °C |
| Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. | Mingjian Township, Taiwan | 206 m | 2,279 mm | 28.1 °C |
| Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. | Pingzhen Dist, Taiwan | 207 m | 2,330 mm | 26.5 °C |
Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya Compared with Misiones
In Misiones, Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya is wetter than 71% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 86% of the others by elevation; the warmest of the 8 estates by daytime temperature. The table sets Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya against the 7 other estates we map in Misiones, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 202 m | 361 m | 173 to 482 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,841 mm | 1,816 mm | 1,728 to 1,896 mm |
| Mean daily high | 27.4 °C | 26.0 °C | 25.7 to 26.8 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 16.7 °C | 16.1 °C | 14.9 to 16.5 °C |
Observed Climate at Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya’s coordinates recorded 1,841 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was June (295 mm) and the driest was March (64 mm). Daytime highs averaged 27.4 °C and overnight lows 16.7 °C over the year; February was the warmest month and June the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,841 mm |
| Wettest month | June (295 mm) |
| Driest month | March (64 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 27.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 16.7 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya located?
Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya is in Misiones, Argentina, at coordinates -26.9773, -55.0512, at an elevation of about 202 metres.
What type of tea does Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya produce?
Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya as supplying Finlays.
How much rain does Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,841 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in June (295 mm).
How does Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya recorded 1,841 mm in 2025, 24% less rain than the 2,417 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].