About Opawa Wines
A New Zealand winery named after the Maori word for "smoky river," Opawa sits on what used to be the old riverbed of the Wairau. On misty mornings during harvest, you can almost see the ghost of that ancient waterway flowing through the vineyards.
Varietals
Sauvignon BlancPinot GrisPinot NoirPinot Noir Rosé
Good to know about Opawa Wines
Can you visit Opawa Wines? Is there a tasting room?
No, Opawa Wines does not operate a public tasting room. It's a production-only or by-allocation label, so its wines are found through retail, restaurants, or a mailing list rather than an on-site visit.
What wines does Opawa Wines specialize in?
Opawa Wines focuses on Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir and Pinot Noir Rosé. Signature bottles include 2025 Sauvignon Blanc, 2024 Pinot Gris, 2022 Pinot Noir, 2025 Pinot Noir Rosé.
When was Opawa Wines founded?
Opawa Wines was established in 2001.