In short: ZTG Wuyi Tea Base is a tea estate in Zhejiang Province, China, operated by Zhejiang Tea Group Co., Ltd., producing green, oolong, and black teas at 128 metres elevation.
ZTG Wuyi Tea Base is a tea estate located in Zhejiang Province, China, at an elevation of 128 metres. The estate is operated by Zhejiang Tea Group Co., Ltd. and produces green, oolong, and black teas. No major buyers have been recorded in publicly available supply-chain data.
Terroir & Climate
At 128 metres above sea level, ZTG Wuyi Tea Base occupies a relatively low elevation within Zhejiang Province, a region situated in eastern China at approximately 28.8° N. Estates at this altitude and latitude typically experience a warm, humid subtropical climate with distinct seasonal variation. The lower elevation generally allows for an extended growing season and faster vegetative growth, though temperature extremes and moisture levels tend to require careful agronomic management to maintain leaf quality.
Zhejiang's climate is characterised by generous rainfall distributed across the year, with summer monsoon influence and mild winters. These conditions tend to favour vigorous flush cycles, and estates in the region often work to balance yield with the flavour concentration and processing flexibility required for multiple tea categories. The interplay of warmth, moisture, and soil drainage at this elevation typically shapes leaf metabolism in ways that can support both the preservation of fresh green character and the development of oxidation and roast profiles in darker tea types.
Tea Produced
ZTG Wuyi Tea Base produces green, oolong, and black teas, reflecting the processing versatility common to estates in Zhejiang Province. Green teas from this region typically exhibit a fresh, vegetal character with varying degrees of sweetness and astringency, depending on cultivar and plucking standard. Oolong production in Zhejiang tends to yield teas with moderate oxidation and a balance of floral and roasted notes, while black teas from lower-elevation estates often present malty or slightly fruity profiles with medium body. The estate's portfolio suggests a focus on domestic and regional processing traditions, though specific cultivars and manufacturing techniques have not been disclosed.
Operator
The estate is operated by Zhejiang Tea Group Co., Ltd., a company with interests across the Chinese tea sector. Zhejiang Tea Group operates at least two other tea estates recorded in industry directories, indicating a multi-site production model within the province. This operational scale typically allows for shared processing infrastructure, quality protocols, and market access, although the specific commercial strategy and product positioning of the group have not been publicly detailed.
Certifications & Ethics
ZTG Wuyi Tea Base holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, an industry body that works with tea estates to improve labour practices, environmental stewardship, and community welfare. Membership typically involves self-assessment and improvement planning against ETP standards, with a focus on responsible supply-chain practices. For buyers, the certification signals a commitment to social and environmental accountability, though it is not an organic or third-party audit standard. For workers, ETP engagement is intended to support safer working conditions and fairer treatment, though outcomes depend on the rigour of implementation and ongoing monitoring.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
ZTG Wuyi Tea Base lies at 28.8280, 119.6956 in Zhejiang Province, China. Its 128 m elevation is the joint 32nd 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 — under 1 km away · P.R
- Wuyi Jiulong Mountain Tea Base — 7.3 km away
- Zhejiang Mingda Tea Co., Ltd. — 50 km away
- Hangzhou Kainong Factory — 89 km away · Zhejiang
- Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. — 157 km away · Shangyu City
Estates at a Similar Altitude to ZTG Wuyi Tea Base
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match ZTG Wuyi Tea Base (128 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. ZTG Wuyi Tea Base recorded 1,604 mm in 2025, 40% less than the 2,674 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daisajan Tea Estate | Assam, India | 128 m | 3,657 mm | 28.4 °C |
| Raidang Tea Estate | Mulan Pathar Gaon, India | 129 m | 2,874 mm | 28.1 °C |
| Thammenna | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 129 m | 2,624 mm | 29.9 °C |
| KDU, Galpaditenne | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 126 m | 3,902 mm | 29.5 °C |
| I \u0026 M Smith | Western Cape, South Africa | 124 m | 313 mm | 27.4 °C |
ZTG Wuyi Tea Base Compared with China
In China, ZTG Wuyi Tea Base is wetter than 66% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 54% of the others by elevation; warmer than 63% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets ZTG Wuyi Tea Base against the 59 other estates we map in China, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | ZTG Wuyi Tea Base | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 128 m | 149 m | 7 to 2,002 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,604 mm | 1,470 mm | 1,030 to 2,779 mm |
| Mean daily high | 24.6 °C | 24.2 °C | 18.2 to 27.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.2 °C | 14.8 °C | 10.6 to 17.9 °C |
Observed Climate at ZTG Wuyi Tea Base (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for ZTG Wuyi Tea Base’s coordinates recorded 1,604 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was May (332 mm) and the driest was December (30 mm). Daytime highs averaged 24.6 °C and overnight lows 15.2 °C over the year; August was the warmest month and February the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,604 mm |
| Wettest month | May (332 mm) |
| Driest month | December (30 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 24.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.2 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is ZTG Wuyi Tea Base located?
ZTG Wuyi Tea Base is in Zhejiang Province, China, at coordinates 28.8280, 119.6956, at an elevation of about 128 metres.
Who operates ZTG Wuyi Tea Base?
ZTG Wuyi Tea Base is operated by Zhejiang Tea Group Co., Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does ZTG Wuyi Tea Base produce?
ZTG Wuyi Tea Base is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
What certifications does ZTG Wuyi Tea Base hold?
ZTG Wuyi Tea Base is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does ZTG Wuyi Tea Base receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,604 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in May (332 mm).
How does ZTG Wuyi Tea Base compare with estates at a similar elevation?
ZTG Wuyi Tea Base recorded 1,604 mm in 2025, 40% less rain than the 2,674 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].
