In short: Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. is a tea estate in Hunan province, China, operated by Hunan Tea Group Co., Ltd. and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. is a tea estate located in Hunan province, China, at an elevation of 478 metres. The estate is operated by Hunan Tea Group Co., Ltd. and holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership. It produces green, oolong, and black teas.
Terroir & Climate
At 478 metres above sea level and positioned at approximately 29.75°N latitude in Hunan province, this estate occupies a mid-elevation site in a region characterised by the humid subtropical climate typical of central China. Estates at this altitude in Hunan generally experience moderate temperature variation and relatively high atmospheric moisture, conditions that tend to support steady vegetative growth during the growing season.
The elevation and latitude typically allow for an extended harvest window, with flush cycles often beginning in early spring and continuing through autumn. Mid-elevation sites in this part of China tend to produce leaf with moderate astringency and body, shaped by the balance between warmth and moisture availability that generally prevails in the regional mesoclimate.
Tea Produced
The estate produces green, oolong, and black teas. Hunan teas from estates at similar elevations often yield a cup profile that balances vegetal or floral notes with moderate body and a smooth, sometimes slightly sweet character. Green teas from the region typically exhibit fresh, grassy qualities, while oolongs may show a range of oxidation levels and corresponding flavour development. Black teas produced in this climate zone generally offer malty or slightly earthy notes, though specific processing choices will shape the final cup.
Operator
Hunan Tea Group Co., Ltd. operates this estate and is recorded as the operator of two other tea estates in our directory, indicating a multi-site presence within the province or the broader Chinese tea sector. This operational scale typically provides the company with a degree of infrastructure and processing capability shared across its estate portfolio.
Certifications & Ethics
The estate holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, a multi-stakeholder initiative that works to improve social, environmental, and economic conditions on tea estates. For buyers, this certification signals a commitment to independently monitored standards covering labour rights, health and safety, and environmental stewardship. For workers, ETP membership generally entails regular audits and capacity-building programmes designed to improve working conditions and farm sustainability practices.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. lies at 29.7542, 110.7034 in Hunan, China. Its 478 m elevation is the joint 18th highest of 60 estates we map in China. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Tianhua Luoping Tea Industry Co., Ltd. — under 1 km away · China
- Tian Luoping Tea Co., Ltd. — under 1 km away · Hunan Province
- Cili Yunwuwang Tea Co,. Ltd. — 55 km away · Hunan Province
- Xuan\u0027En Wutai Changchen Tea Industry Co., Ltd. — 116 km away · Enshi City
- Guzhang Organic Tea Co., Ltd. — 147 km away · Guzhang County
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd.
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. (478 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. recorded 1,689 mm in 2025, 22% less than the 2,155 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ariel | Route 14 / Km 962 / Dos de Mayo () Misiones, Argentina | 479 m | 1,831 mm | 25.3 °C |
| New Mount Carmel | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 480 m | 3,278 mm | 28.0 °C |
| J Llorente Y Cias A | Misiones, Argentina | 482 m | 1,810 mm | 25.7 °C |
| Fujian Sufu Tea Co., Ltd. | Fujian Province, China | 472 m | 1,344 mm | 24.7 °C |
| JAMES VALLEY TEA FACTORY | DOLUWA, Sri Lanka | 484 m | 2,513 mm | 28.2 °C |
Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. Compared with China
In China, Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. is wetter than 80% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 68% of the others by elevation; cooler than 76% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. against the 59 other estates we map in China, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 478 m | 137 m | 7 to 2,002 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,689 mm | 1,470 mm | 1,030 to 2,779 mm |
| Mean daily high | 22.3 °C | 24.2 °C | 18.2 to 27.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 13.4 °C | 14.9 °C | 10.6 to 17.9 °C |
Observed Climate at Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd.’s coordinates recorded 1,689 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was June (416 mm) and the driest was December (40 mm). Daytime highs averaged 22.3 °C and overnight lows 13.4 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and February the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,689 mm |
| Wettest month | June (416 mm) |
| Driest month | December (40 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 22.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 13.4 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. located?
Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. is in Hunan, China, at coordinates 29.7542, 110.7034, at an elevation of about 478 metres.
Who operates Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd.?
Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. is operated by Hunan Tea Group Co., Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. produce?
Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
What certifications does Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. hold?
Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,689 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in June (416 mm).
How does Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. recorded 1,689 mm in 2025, 22% less rain than the 2,155 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].