In short: Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. is a tea estate in Pingzhen District, Taiwan, operating at 207 metres elevation and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. is a tea estate located in Pingzhen District, Taiwan, at an elevation of 207 metres. The estate is operated by Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. and produces green, oolong and black teas. It holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Terroir & Climate
At 207 metres above sea level in northern Taiwan, Wellstand occupies a relatively low-elevation site compared to the island's celebrated high-mountain estates. Sites at this altitude typically experience warmer temperatures and a faster growing cycle, with less of the diurnal temperature variation that slows leaf development at higher elevations. The Pingzhen District lies in the broader Taoyuan area, where the subtropical climate generally supports year-round growth with distinct wet and dry seasons.
Estates at this elevation in Taiwan tend to produce more robust, faster-growing leaf that matures quickly during the warm months. The lower altitude generally results in a growing environment that favours volume and vigour over the slow-grown complexity associated with high-mountain sites, though the leaf character remains shaped by Taiwan's maritime climate and the careful cultivar selection typical of the island's tea industry.
Tea Produced
Wellstand produces green, oolong and black teas from its low-elevation site. Estates at this altitude in Taiwan typically yield teas with more body and directness than high-mountain styles; green teas tend toward vegetal brightness, while oolongs at lower elevations often display a fuller, more oxidised character rather than the floral delicacy of alpine gardens. Black teas from such sites generally offer malty sweetness and straightforward structure. The range of processing styles reflects the versatility that Taiwanese estates commonly pursue, adapting leaf from a single site to multiple market demands.
Operator
The estate is operated by Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. No other estates operated by this company are currently recorded in our directory.
Certifications & Ethics
Wellstand holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, an alliance that works to improve labour conditions and environmental standards across tea supply chains. ETP certification indicates that the estate has undergone assessment against the partnership's code, which addresses working hours, wages, health and safety, and the right to collective representation. For buyers, ETP membership signals a commitment to third-party monitored due diligence; for workers, it establishes a framework for grievance mechanisms and continuous improvement in workplace standards.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. lies at 24.9030, 121.1979 in Pingzhen Dist, Taiwan. Its 207 m elevation is the 4th highest of 7 estates we map in Taiwan. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Good Young Co. Ltd. — 8.0 km away · Longtan Dist
- Cheng Chiuan Co, Ltd. — 23 km away · Sanxia Dist
- South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd — 50 km away · Sanzhi District
- Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. — 118 km away · Yuchi Township
- Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. — 129 km away · Mingjian Township
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd.
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. (207 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. recorded 2,330 mm in 2025, 9% less than the 2,562 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations | Jardín América, Argentina | 207 m | 2,073 mm | 27.4 °C |
| Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. | Mingjian Township, Taiwan | 206 m | 2,279 mm | 28.1 °C |
| Kalawana, Rain Forest | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 210 m | 3,348 mm | 29.4 °C |
| New Vithanakanda | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 204 m | 3,269 mm | 29.6 °C |
| Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya | Misiones, Argentina | 202 m | 1,841 mm | 27.4 °C |
Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. Compared with Taiwan
In Taiwan, Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. is drier than 67% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 50% of the others by elevation; warmer than 67% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. against the 6 other estates we map in Taiwan, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 207 m | 254 m | 60 to 875 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,330 mm | 2,665 mm | 2,152 to 3,160 mm |
| Mean daily high | 26.5 °C | 25.9 °C | 23.2 to 28.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 19.2 °C | 18.9 °C | 15.6 to 20.8 °C |
Observed Climate at Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd.’s coordinates recorded 2,330 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was May (418 mm) and the driest was January (44 mm). Daytime highs averaged 26.5 °C and overnight lows 19.2 °C over the year; August was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,330 mm |
| Wettest month | May (418 mm) |
| Driest month | January (44 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 26.5 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 19.2 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. located?
Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. is in Pingzhen Dist, Taiwan, at coordinates 24.9030, 121.1979, at an elevation of about 207 metres.
Who operates Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd.?
Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. is operated by Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. produce?
Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
What certifications does Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. hold?
Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,330 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in May (418 mm).
How does Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. recorded 2,330 mm in 2025, 9% less rain than the 2,562 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].
