In short: Monte Metilille is a tea estate in Gurue, Mozambique, operated by Cha De Magoma S.A and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Monte Metilille is a tea estate located in the Gurue district of Mozambique, a region that forms part of the country's established tea-producing corridor. The estate operates at an elevation of 727 metres and is managed by Cha De Magoma S.A. Monte Metilille produces both black and green teas, though no commercial buyers have been recorded in available trade data.
Terroir & Climate
At 727 metres above sea level in Gurue district, Monte Metilille occupies a mid-altitude position within Mozambique's tea-growing zones. Estates at this elevation in the region typically experience a climate moderated by altitude, with warm days and cooler nights that can support steady vegetative growth. The latitude of approximately 15°S places the estate in a subtropical zone where seasonal rainfall patterns tend to define the growing calendar, with the wet season generally supporting the main flush periods.
This elevation and latitude combination tends to favour consistent cropping across several months of the year, though the intensity and character of growth usually varies with the onset and retreat of the rains. The terrain in Gurue is characterised by rolling uplands that often provide well-drained soils, a factor that typically supports root health and canopy vigour in tea. The interplay of altitude, moisture and temperature at this level generally allows estates to produce leaf suitable for both oxidised and unoxidised styles.
Tea Produced
Monte Metilille produces both black and green teas. Black teas from mid-altitude Mozambican estates in this region typically yield a robust, malty cup with moderate astringency and a clean finish, characteristics that tend to suit blending applications. Green teas from similar terroir often present a grassy, vegetal profile with a lighter body, though the cup character depends heavily on plucking standards and processing technique. Estates at this elevation generally produce leaf with good colour and strength, qualities that are often valued in regional and international trade.
Operator
Monte Metilille is operated by Cha De Magoma S.A, a company active in Mozambique's tea sector. No other estates operated by Cha De Magoma S.A are currently recorded in available industry directories, suggesting that Monte Metilille may represent the company's primary or sole tea-growing asset in the region.
Certifications & Ethics
Monte Metilille holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, an industry body that works to improve working conditions and environmental practices across tea supply chains. Membership in the Ethical Tea Partnership involves estate-level assessments against standards covering labour rights, health and safety, and environmental stewardship. For buyers, this certification provides third-party verification that the estate is engaged in a process of continuous improvement in these areas, a factor increasingly relevant in procurement decisions for both branded and retail buyers.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Monte Metilille lies at -15.4664, 36.9787 in Gurue, Mozambique. Its 727 m elevation is the highest of 1 estates we map in Mozambique. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Lujeri Estates Limited, Bloomfield (Ltel) — 156 km away · Mulanje Mountain Reserve
- Lujeri Estates Limited, Lujeri (Ltel) — 156 km away · Mulanje Mountain Reserve
- Lujeri Estates Limited, Nchima (Ltel) — 156 km away · Mulanje Mountain Reserve
- Lujeri Estates Limited, Sayama (Ltel) — 156 km away · Mulanje Mountain Reserve
- LIMBULI — 169 km away · Mulanje
Observed Climate at Monte Metilille (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Monte Metilille’s coordinates recorded 1,868 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was December (420 mm) and the driest was September (10 mm). Daytime highs averaged 26.4 °C and overnight lows 17.0 °C over the year; February was the warmest month and July the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,868 mm |
| Wettest month | December (420 mm) |
| Driest month | September (10 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 26.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 17.0 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Monte Metilille located?
Monte Metilille is in Gurue, Mozambique, at coordinates -15.4664, 36.9787, at an elevation of about 727 metres.
Who operates Monte Metilille?
Monte Metilille is operated by Cha De Magoma S.A, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Monte Metilille produce?
Monte Metilille is recorded as producing black and green tea.
What certifications does Monte Metilille hold?
Monte Metilille is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Monte Metilille receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,868 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in December (420 mm).
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].
