Summary
- Profile Type
- Business Offer
- POD Reference
- BOPT20260806035
- Term of Validity
- 6 August 2026 - 6 August 2027
- Company's Country
- Portugal
- Type of partnership
- Commercial agreement
- Targeted Countries
- Canada
- United States
- China
- Japan
- United Kingdom
General information
- Short Summary
- Gorreana Tea Plantation, located on São Miguel Island in the Azores (Portugal), is Europe's oldest tea producer, cultivating and processing premium black, green and gourmet teas since 1883. Produced without herbicides or pesticides, Gorreana teas are recognised for their quality and authenticity. The company is seeking importers, distributors and commercial agents in the EU, Japan, the USA and Canada.
- Full Description
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Gorreana Tea Plantation is a Portuguese family-owned company located on São Miguel Island, Azores, and has been producing tea continuously since 1883. Recognised as Europe's oldest tea plantation still in operation, the company combines over 140 years of expertise with modern production processes to manufacture premium black, green and gourmet teas of exceptional quality.
Operating in the agri-food sector, Gorreana cultivates Camellia sinensis on approximately 32 hectares of volcanic soils under the unique Atlantic climate of the Azores. The plantation benefits from favourable natural conditions, allowing tea cultivation without the use of herbicides, pesticides, fungicides or artificial preservatives. This environmentally friendly production method results in authentic, high-quality teas that meet the growing international demand for natural, sustainable and premium food products.
The company manages the entire production chain, from cultivation and harvesting to processing, blending, packaging and marketing, ensuring full traceability, strict quality control and product consistency. Its portfolio includes premium black teas, green teas, gourmet tea selections and specialty products for retail, gourmet stores, tea boutiques, hotels, restaurants and the hospitality sector.
In addition to tea production, Gorreana has become one of the Azores' most visited industrial heritage sites, welcoming thousands of visitors every year. The company combines its manufacturing activities with tea tourism, strengthening its international reputation and brand recognition.
The company is seeking long-term commercial cooperation with importers, distributors and commercial agents interested in representing and marketing Gorreana teas in the European Union, Japan, the United States and Canada. Partners with experience in premium food products, specialty beverages, gourmet retail, delicatessen products, hospitality supply or tea distribution are particularly welcome.
Gorreana offers an internationally recognised brand, a differentiated European origin, comprehensive marketing support, product training and long-term commercial cooperation. The company is committed to building sustainable partnerships with organisations capable of expanding the presence of Gorreana teas in high-value international markets while maintaining the quality, authenticity and heritage that distinguish its products. - Advantages and Innovations
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Gorreana is the oldest continuously operating tea plantation in Europe, with more than 140 years of expertise in tea cultivation and processing. The company combines traditional production methods with modern quality standards to produce premium black, green and gourmet teas from Camellia sinensis.
Key competitive advantages include:
Unique European origin, offering a distinctive alternative to Asian tea producers.
Tea cultivated on volcanic soils under the mild Atlantic climate of the Azores, creating a unique flavour profile.
Cultivation without herbicides, pesticides, fungicides or preservatives, ensuring a natural and sustainable product.
Complete vertical integration, from cultivation and harvesting to processing and packaging, guaranteeing full traceability and consistent quality.
Internationally recognised heritage and strong brand reputation, attracting thousands of visitors annually and exporting to several international markets.
Capacity to develop long-term commercial partnerships with importers, distributors and specialised gourmet tea retailers.
Gorreana's teas address the growing demand for premium, sustainable and authentic products, offering commercial partners a differentiated portfolio with strong storytelling, European provenance and high added value for specialty retail, gourmet food stores, premium supermarkets, tea boutiques and the HoReCa sector. - Stage of Development
- Already on the market
- Sustainable Development Goals
- Not relevant
- IPR status
- No IPR applied
Partner Sought
- Expected Role of a Partner
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Type and role of partner sought: Gorreana is seeking experienced importers, distributors and commercial agents with established commercial networks in the premium food and beverage sector. Preference will be given to partners already supplying gourmet retailers, tea and coffee specialists, delicatessen stores, premium supermarkets, hotels, restaurants, cafés (HoReCa), department stores and online specialty retailers in the European Union, Japan, the United States and Canada.
Expected partner tasks: Identify and develop new business opportunities; promote and represent the Gorreana brand within the local market; establish commercial relationships with wholesalers and retailers; negotiate distribution agreements; organise product presentations and tasting events; participate in trade fairs and promotional activities; provide market intelligence and customer feedback; and support the long-term development of the brand within their territory.
What we offer: A premium product portfolio with a unique European origin; more than 140 years of tea production expertise; an internationally recognised heritage brand; high-quality black, green and gourmet teas produced using environmentally sustainable cultivation methods; sales and marketing materials; product training; attractive commercial representation or distribution agreements; and continuous commercial and technical support to ensure successful market development. - Type and Size of Partner
- SME <=10
- SME 50 - 249
- SME 11-49
- Type of partnership
- Commercial agreement
Dissemination
- Market keywords
- 09005 - Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, Animal Husbandry & Related Products
- Targeted countries
- Canada
- United States
- China
- Japan
- United Kingdom