In short: Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso is a black tea estate in Sri Lanka's Central Province at 1,335 metres elevation, known to supply Finlays.
Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso is a black tea estate located in Sri Lanka's Central Province at an elevation of 1,335 metres. The estate is operated by Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso and is recorded as a supplier to Finlays.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,335 metres above sea level, the estate sits within the mid-elevation zone typical of Sri Lanka's Central Province. Estates at this altitude generally experience a climate that balances tropical warmth with the moderating effects of elevation, where cooler night-time temperatures and consistent cloud cover tend to slow leaf growth and encourage the development of more complex biochemical compounds in the flush.
The Central Province's topography and monsoonal patterns typically create distinct wet and dry periods that shape the annual cropping calendar. Mid-grown Ceylon teas from estates around this elevation band are often harvested year-round, though quality and character tend to shift with the monsoon cycle. The latitude—just under seven degrees north of the equator—ensures ample sunlight and stable temperatures throughout the year, conditions that generally favour consistent cropping but require careful agronomic management to maintain quality during peak wet periods.
Tea Produced
The estate produces black tea. Mid-elevation Ceylon teas from the Central Province generally yield a cup that balances body and brightness, with estates around 1,300 to 1,400 metres often producing liquors that show moderate astringency, a rounded mouthfeel, and flavour notes that can range from malty to lightly floral depending on the season and manufacturing style. Black teas from this elevation band tend to offer versatility in blending and are frequently sought for both straight single-origin offerings and as components in commercial blends where Ceylon character is desired without the sharper, more delicate profile typical of higher-grown estates.
Supply Chain & Market Position
The estate's recorded supply relationship with Finlays places it within the orbit of one of the global tea trade's most significant intermediaries. Finlays operates across the supply chain as both a grower and a major buyer, aggregator, and blender, supplying multinational brands and retail customers worldwide. The connection suggests that production from Fetteresso enters commercial blending channels where mid-grown Ceylon character is valued for consistency, cost-efficiency, and the ability to anchor blends with a recognisable regional profile.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso lies at 6.7972, 80.6757 in Central Province, Sri Lanka. Its 1335 m elevation is the joint 29th highest of 94 estates we map in Central Province. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Maratenna — under 1 km away · Bogawantalawa. District. Balangoda
- Bogawantalawa Plantations, Bogawana — under 1 km away
- Bogawantalawa Plantations, Kotiyagalla — under 1 km away
- Madulsima Plantations, Kirkoswald — under 1 km away
- Madulsima Plantations, St Theresia — under 1 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso (1,335 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso recorded 2,792 mm in 2025, 31% more than the 2,133 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madulsima Plantations, Battawatte | Uva Province, Sri Lanka | 1,333 m | 2,709 mm | 23.7 °C |
| Lingia Tea Estate | West Bengal, India | 1,332 m | 2,294 mm | 21.9 °C |
| TUMSONG | West Bengal, India | 1,324 m | 2,294 mm | 21.9 °C |
| NJERU | Box 241 - Meru, Kenya | 1,354 m | 1,229 mm | 24.9 °C |
| Hunan Yiqingyuan Everspring Tea Co., Ltd. | Pu'Er City, China | 1,313 m | 2,137 mm | 24.6 °C |
Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso Compared with Central Province
In Central Province, Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso is drier than 71% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 66% of the others by elevation; cooler than 76% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso against the 93 other estates we map in Central Province, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 1,335 m | 1,203 m | 37 to 1,924 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,792 mm | 3,152 mm | 2,071 to 4,839 mm |
| Mean daily high | 22.5 °C | 23.1 °C | 19.1 to 30.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.8 °C | 16.4 °C | 12.4 to 22.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso’s coordinates recorded 2,792 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was November (558 mm) and the driest was February (60 mm). Daytime highs averaged 22.5 °C and overnight lows 15.8 °C over the year; May was the warmest month and December the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,792 mm |
| Wettest month | November (558 mm) |
| Driest month | February (60 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 22.5 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.8 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso located?
Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso is in Central Province, Sri Lanka, at coordinates 6.7972, 80.6757, at an elevation of about 1335 metres.
Who operates Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso?
Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso is operated by Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso produce?
Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso as supplying Finlays.
How much rain does Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,792 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in November (558 mm).
How does Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Bogawantalawa Plantations, Fetteresso recorded 2,792 mm in 2025, 31% more rain than the 2,133 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].