In short: Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. is a tea estate in Zhejiang Province, China, operated by the company of the same name and producing green, oolong, and black teas.
Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. is a tea estate located in Zhejiang Province, China, at approximately 56 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd., which bears the same name as the production site itself. The operation produces green, oolong, and black teas, though its specific buyers and supply chain relationships are not currently on public record.
Terroir & Climate
At 56 metres elevation and situated at roughly 29°N latitude in Zhejiang Province, this estate occupies low-lying terrain in one of China's most established tea-growing regions. Estates at this altitude and latitude typically experience a humid subtropical climate, with warm, wet summers and relatively mild winters. Such conditions generally support vigorous vegetative growth and a long growing season, often permitting multiple flushes from spring through autumn.
Low-elevation sites in Zhejiang tend to benefit from fertile alluvial soils and consistent moisture, though they may also experience higher ambient temperatures than upland gardens. These environmental factors can influence the pace of leaf development and the balance of compounds in the harvested material, with warmer conditions typically accelerating growth and altering the ratio of catechins, amino acids, and volatile aromatics that shape finished tea character.
Tea Produced
The estate produces green, oolong, and black teas, reflecting the versatility common to many Zhejiang operations. Green teas from low-elevation Zhejiang sites often exhibit a fresh, vegetal character with moderate astringency, though processing technique plays a decisive role in the final cup. Oolong production in the province tends toward lighter oxidation styles, while black teas from warmer, lower-altitude environments typically yield brisk, malty infusions with less of the complexity associated with high-grown leaf. The specific character of teas from this estate will depend heavily on cultivar selection, harvest timing, and post-harvest handling.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. lies at 29.0965, 119.2852 in Zhejiang Province, China. Its 56 m elevation is the 43rd highest of 60 estates we map in China. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Zhejiang Wuyi Tea Base — 50 km away · P.R
- ZTG Wuyi Tea Base — 50 km away
- Wuyi Jiulong Mountain Tea Base — 52 km away
- Hangzhou Kainong Factory — 63 km away · Zhejiang
- Anhui Huangshan United Keemun Tea Co., Ltd. - Factory — 122 km away · Huangshan City
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd.
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. (56 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. recorded 1,492 mm in 2025, 43% less than the 2,608 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eramulla | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 56 m | 3,440 mm | 29.8 °C |
| Mijicajan Tea Estate | Assam, India | 57 m | 3,033 mm | 29.3 °C |
| Wakohen Inc. | Shibushi-Shi, Japan | 57 m | 1,963 mm | 21.9 °C |
| Andaradeniya Estate, Duliella | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 58 m | 3,510 mm | 29.9 °C |
| Luponde | DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania United Republic Of | 59 m | 1,092 mm | 30.0 °C |
Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. Compared with China
In China, Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. is wetter than 54% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 71% of the others by elevation; warmer than 86% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Zhejiang Mingda Tea 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 | Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 56 m | 149 m | 7 to 2,002 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,492 mm | 1,470 mm | 1,030 to 2,779 mm |
| Mean daily high | 25.1 °C | 24.2 °C | 18.2 to 27.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.1 °C | 14.8 °C | 10.6 to 17.9 °C |
Observed Climate at Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd.’s coordinates recorded 1,492 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was May (300 mm) and the driest was December (26 mm). Daytime highs averaged 25.1 °C and overnight lows 15.1 °C over the year; August was the warmest month and February the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,492 mm |
| Wettest month | May (300 mm) |
| Driest month | December (26 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 25.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.1 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. located?
Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. is in Zhejiang Province, China, at coordinates 29.0965, 119.2852, at an elevation of about 56 metres.
Who operates Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd.?
Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. is operated by Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. produce?
Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
How much rain does Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,492 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in May (300 mm).
How does Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. recorded 1,492 mm in 2025, 43% less rain than the 2,608 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].