In short: Packing Plant Italia is a black tea estate in Misiones, Argentina, operated by Casa Fuentes S.A.C.I.F.I. and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Packing Plant Italia is a tea estate located in Misiones province, Argentina, at an elevation of 349 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Casa Fuentes S.A.C.I.F.I., a company active in the Argentine tea sector. The estate produces black tea and holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Terroir & Climate
At 349 metres elevation in Misiones, estates typically occupy the lower altitude range of Argentina's subtropical tea belt, where the combination of latitude (approximately 27° south) and relatively modest elevation tends to produce a warm, humid growing environment. This climatic zone generally supports steady vegetative growth, though estates at this latitude and altitude often experience cooler winter months that can slow the growing cycle compared to lower-elevation tropical regions.
The Misiones region is characterised by red lateritic soils and reliable rainfall distributed throughout much of the year, conditions that tend to support robust tea cultivation. Estates at this elevation in subtropical Argentina typically benefit from warm daytime temperatures during the growing season, which can encourage steady flush production, while the combination of altitude and latitude often moderates the most extreme heat of lower-lying areas.
Tea Produced
Packing Plant Italia produces black tea. Estates in Misiones at comparable elevations typically yield black teas with a straightforward, robust character—teas that tend to offer malty, earthy notes and a full body. The processing style and relatively warm growing conditions common to this region often result in black teas suited to blending or to markets that favour strength and consistency over delicate complexity. The cup profile from estates at this altitude in Argentina generally leans towards bold, brisk liquor rather than the nuanced aromatics associated with higher-elevation gardens.
Operator
Casa Fuentes S.A.C.I.F.I. operates Packing Plant Italia and is recorded as the operator of two other estates in this directory, indicating a multi-site presence in the Argentine tea industry. The company's portfolio suggests a degree of scale and integration within the country's tea production sector.
Certifications & Ethics
Packing Plant Italia holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, an industry body that works to improve social, environmental and economic conditions in tea-growing communities. For buyers, this certification signals that the estate has committed to the partnership's standards on working conditions, environmental stewardship and community development, and participates in the ongoing monitoring and improvement programmes associated with ETP membership.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Packing Plant Italia lies at -27.4912, -55.1145 in Misiones, Argentina. Its 349 m elevation is the 5th highest of 8 estates we map in Misiones. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- CASA FUENTES SACIFI — under 1 km away · Av. Libertad Oberá
- Hinz — under 1 km away · AV.SARMIENTO 986 PISO 1 LOC. 9 ()OBERA MISIONE
- Las Treinta — 3.6 km away · Misiones province
- Agroteales S.R.L. — 19 km away
- KT — 25 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Packing Plant Italia
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Packing Plant Italia (349 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Packing Plant Italia recorded 1,816 mm in 2025, 27% less than the 2,488 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Lanka | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 350 m | 2,210 mm | 28.8 °C |
| Berubeula | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 347 m | 2,210 mm | 28.8 °C |
| Nurbong | West Bengal, India | 357 m | 2,666 mm | 27.2 °C |
| Danau Kembar | West Sumatra, Indonesia | 358 m | 3,083 mm | 30.3 °C |
| Rohini Tea Estate | Subash Ghisingh Marg, India | 319 m | 2,269 mm | 27.0 °C |
Packing Plant Italia Compared with Misiones
In Misiones, Packing Plant Italia is drier than 57% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 57% of the others by elevation; cooler than 57% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Packing Plant Italia against the 7 other estates we map in Misiones, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Packing Plant Italia | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 349 m | 361 m | 173 to 482 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,816 mm | 1,840 mm | 1,728 to 1,896 mm |
| Mean daily high | 26.0 °C | 26.3 °C | 25.7 to 27.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 16.1 °C | 16.4 °C | 14.9 to 16.7 °C |
Observed Climate at Packing Plant Italia (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Packing Plant Italia’s coordinates recorded 1,816 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was December (258 mm) and the driest was July (70 mm). Daytime highs averaged 26.0 °C and overnight lows 16.1 °C over the year; February was the warmest month and June the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,816 mm |
| Wettest month | December (258 mm) |
| Driest month | July (70 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 26.0 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 16.1 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Packing Plant Italia located?
Packing Plant Italia is in Misiones, Argentina, at coordinates -27.4912, -55.1145, at an elevation of about 349 metres.
Who operates Packing Plant Italia?
Packing Plant Italia is operated by Casa Fuentes S.A.C.I.F.I., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Packing Plant Italia produce?
Packing Plant Italia is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Packing Plant Italia hold?
Packing Plant Italia is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Packing Plant Italia receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,816 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in December (258 mm).
How does Packing Plant Italia compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Packing Plant Italia recorded 1,816 mm in 2025, 27% less rain than the 2,488 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].
