Riwaka River Estate: A Nelson Boutique Vineyard Producing Award-Winning Hand-Crafted Wines and ExtraVirgin Olive Oil
Riwaka River Estate is a small, family-owned vineyard located in the beautiful area of Nelson, New Zealand.
With a focus on crafting unique and distinctive wines from limestone soils, the main varietals produced at Riwaka River Estate include Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay. The vineyard is situated between two national parks in the Abel Tasman region of Nelson and is nearby to stunning beaches, cycle paths, and walking trails.
Uniquely Styled Kiwi Wines with a Subtle European Influence
Riwaka River Estate is known for producing rare and award-winning, hand-crafted Resurgence wines. The efforts of the owners, Paul and Amber, to grow the perfect grape have resulted in uniquely styled Kiwi wines with a subtle European influence that truly reflect the limestone terroir unique to the Riwaka River Estate vineyard. The vineyard also produces a wonderful Riwaka River Estate extra-virgin olive oil.
Complete Experience Highlighting Wine, Food, and Environment
Visitors to Riwaka River Estate can enjoy the complete wine experience that showcases the relationship between wine, food, and the environment. The welcoming cellar door at Riwaka River Estate is open for tastings and purchases. Visitors can sit back and relax with a down-to-earth wine tasting experience at the vineyard that includes guided tours of the vineyard and winery. The picturesque surroundings of the vineyard, set between two national parks and close to the beautiful beach of Kaiteriteri, make it a popular destination for tourists.
Best Time to Visit
Riwaka River Estate welcomes visitors all year round. However, it is best to visit during the summer months from December to February, where you can truly appreciate the beauty of the vineyard and its surroundings.
Getting to Riwaka River Estate
Riwaka River Estate is located approximately 44 km from the Nelson airport, which is the closest airport to the vineyard. Visitors can arrange a rental car or catch a taxi to reach the vineyard easily. Alternatively, you can book a wine tour, or take a cycling trail from Nelson or Motueka and make your way to Riwaka River Estate while enjoying the beautiful surroundings.