I'd say, with no evidence to back me up whatsoever, that yes, tea is distinguished by its terroir.
Basically any agricultural product, especially more delicate products, have a terroir. Hops are a very good example. NZ cascade is completely different from American cascade, despite being literally the same cultivar.
Basically any agricultural product, especially more delicate products, have a terroir. Hops are a very good example. NZ cascade is completely different from American cascade, despite being literally the same cultivar.