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Opitz

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Willi Opitz, in Illmitz on the Neusiedlersee, makes Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and Gewürztraminer. He invented reed wine, an innovation that required an amendment to Austrian wine law. The cellar produces Opitz One, Pole Position, Reed Wine, Pinot Reserve, Pinot Gris TBA, Gewürztraminer Ice Wine, and Orange wines. Opitz One appears in 'The 1000 Finest Wines Ever Made' and '1001 Wines You Must Try Before You Die'. The 2006 Pinot Reserve won best of its vintage in the ÖGZ Red Wine Guide. Opitz One and Gewürztraminer Ice Wine each received three stars at Vinaria. No chemical herbicides or pesticides are used. Birdhouses provide natural pest control. The harvest is hand-picked. Willi Opitz has established wineries in Cornwall, Italy, England, Finland, Transylvania, and Armenia, and offers wine coaching and consulting. The house produces the official Paralympics wine, most recently for the Olympic Games in Paris.

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Varietals

Pinot NoirPinot GrisGewürztraminer

When to go

Monday8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
SundayClosed

Good to know

Yes — Opitz has a tasting room open to visitors.
Opitz focuses on Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer. Signature bottles include Opitz One, Pole Position, Reed Wine, Pinot Reserve, Pinot Gris TBA, Gewürztraminer Ice Wine, Orange wines. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Opitz has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
Opitz is in Illmitz, in the Neusiedlersee wine region. Phone: +43 2175 2095. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
The winemaking at Opitz is led by Willi Opitz. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Opitz offers: Culinary wine tastings, Exclusive wine pairings, Opitzologist training, Winemaker's Dinner, Networking Days and Culinary excursions. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach. Worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM | Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM | Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM | Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM | Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM | Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Sunday: Closed Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.

Location

Illmitz, Austria

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