Ominara Winery
오미나라
A five-flavor berry winery in Mungyeong, Gyeongbuk, producing rosé and sparkling wines with omija berries.
- Region
- Gyeongsangbuk
- Address
- 경북 문경시 문경읍 새재로 609
- Website
- www.omynara.com/
Products (6)
Korean Fruit Wine
Omiroje Peurimieo Wine
오미로제 프리미어와인
Omiroje Peurimieo Wine is a 12% ABV rosé-style fruit wine from Ominara Brewery in Gyeongsangbuk-do, made entirely from omija berries grown in Mungyeong — one of Korea's premier omija-producing regions. The Mungyeong terroir is key: the mountain valley climate concentrates the berry's flavors, and this wine captures that intensity in a vivid ruby-pink pour. The nose leads with ripe berry jam and a tangy citrus edge, followed by a subtle floral undertone. On the palate, the body is light-medium with a bright, juicy attack. The sweetness is generous but the omija's inherent tartness pulls everything forward, creating a dynamic palate that keeps moving. The finish is smooth and dessert-friendly, with lingering berry warmth. The brewery was selected for the 2016 Visiting Brewery program, highlighting its regional significance. Serve chilled at 7-10°C with soft cheeses where the berry acidity creates contrast, alongside light appetizers where the rosé color and bright flavor set a mood, or with fruit-forward desserts where the omija's tart-sweet signature amplifies rather than competes.
FruitySweet
cheeselight appetizers
12% ABV750ml
Korean Fruit Wine
Omi Rose Yeon
오미로제 연
Omi Rose Yeon is an 8% ABV omija fruit wine from Ominara Brewery in Gyeongsangbuk-do, made entirely from magnolia berries (omija). Omija is one of Korea's most fascinating native ingredients — the name literally means 'five-flavor berry,' encompassing sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and pungent notes in a single fruit. This wine foregrounds the sweet-tart spectrum of that complexity, presenting it in a beautiful rose-tinted pour. The nose opens with bright berry-like sweetness and a distinctive tangy, slightly herbal lift. On the palate, the body is light with a vivid, energetic character. The sweetness is welcoming but the omija's natural tartness and a subtle bitter edge keep the profile dynamic, with flavors shifting and layering across each sip. The finish is clean and refreshing, with a gentle peppery warmth that recalls the berry's pungent fifth flavor. Designated as a 2016 Visiting Brewery, Ominara carries strong regional ties to Gyeongsangbuk-do's omija-growing areas. Serve at 7-10°C with light desserts like fruit tarts where the berry tartness amplifies, alongside soft cheese where the sweet-sour tension creates contrast, or as an aperitif that opens the palate with its multi-dimensional character.
FruitySweet
cheeselight appetizers
8% ABV750ml
Korean Fruit Wine
Sparkling Wine Omiroje Gyeol
스파클링와인 오미로제 결
Sparkling Wine Omiroje Gyeol is a 12% ABV sparkling fruit wine from Ominara Brewery in Gyeongsangbuk-do, made from omija (magnolia berry). This is a more festive and structurally complex companion to the still Omiroje Yeon — the addition of carbonation transforms the omija experience into something livelier and more celebratory. The nose bursts with bright omija berry, tangy sweetness, and a citrus-like floral top note, all amplified by the effervescence. On the palate, the body is light-medium with fine bubbles that sharpen the fruit character and add a crisp, textural dimension. The omija's sweet-tart duality is more vivid in sparkling format — the sweetness opens each sip and the tartness snaps through in the finish, creating a dynamic rhythm. The carbonation ensures nothing sits heavy. Produced by a 2016 Visiting Brewery designee, the wine carries the same regional craft credentials as the rest of the Ominara lineup. Serve well-chilled at 6-9°C at celebrations and toasts where the sparkling format and vivid color set a mood, alongside cheese and appetizer platters, or with festive desserts where the omija sparkle adds a Korean twist.
FruitySweet
cheeselight appetizers
12% ABV750ml
Korean Soju
Hon
혼
Hon is a 22% ABV apple soju from Gyeongsangbuk-do, distilled from Mungyeong apples. Mungyeong county sits in a mountain valley with ideal conditions for apple cultivation — sharp temperature swings between day and night that concentrate sugars and aromatics in the fruit. At 22%, Hon occupies a gentle middle ground, prioritizing the apple's natural expression over distillation intensity. The nose is fragrant and fruit-forward — fresh Mungyeong apple, a touch of apple blossom, and a clean, orchard-fresh crispness. On the palate, the body is light with a smooth, delicate texture. The apple character is clear and genuine, delivering a natural sweetness that tastes of the fruit rather than added sugar. There is a pleasant acidity in the mid-palate — bright and refreshing, like biting into a just-picked apple — that keeps the spirit lively and prevents it from becoming cloying. The finish is short to moderate, clean, and fruity, with a gentle apple-skin dryness. The 375ml bottle is approachable and casual. Serve chilled at 8-12°C as a light aperitif, with mild Korean dishes like steamed egg or tofu, or as a refreshing palate cleanser between courses.
CleanSmooth
grilled meat (galbi)bossam
22% ABV375ml
Korean Cheongju
Gowoondal Baekja
고운달 백자
Goundal Baekja is a 52% ABV omija-based spirit from Gyeongsangbuk-do that pushes proof without sacrificing drinkability. Mungyeong omija (five-flavor berry) is the defining ingredient, and its name proves apt here — the spirit genuinely moves through sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and pungent impressions in a single sip. The nose is vivid and lifted: bright red berry tartness, a floral-herbal complexity, and an underlying warmth that signals the high proof. On the palate, the body is medium with a surprisingly smooth entry for 52%. The omija's tart acidity arrives first, sharp and clean like cranberry, followed by a wave of gentle sweetness and a subtle herbal bitterness that anchors the mid-palate. The pungent, almost peppery quality emerges in the back, creating a layered progression that few single-ingredient spirits can match. The finish is exceptionally long, warming and persistent, with omija tartness and a clean, drying close. At 500ml and high proof, this rewards careful, measured pours. Serve neat at room temperature as a contemplative pour, or pair with the complex flavors of hanjeongsik, grilled fish, and refined steamed dishes.
CleanSmooth
Korean full course (hanjeongsik)grilled fish
52% ABV500ml
Korean Soju
Gowoondal Oak
고운달 오크
Goundal Okeu is a 52% ABV omija spirit from Gyeongsangbuk-do with oak aging that adds a structural dimension to an already complex base. The marriage of five-flavor berry and barrel wood is uncommon in Korean spirits, and the 2017 Korea Traditional Liquor Awards Grand Prize in the distilled category validates the execution. The nose is striking: omija's bright tartness and floral lift meet toasted oak vanillin, creating an aromatic profile that shifts between fruit and wood with each breath. On the palate, the body is medium-full with a polished, almost viscous texture that the oak has helped develop. The omija brings its characteristic five-flavor progression — sour, sweet, bitter, pungent, salty — while the oak contributes warm vanilla, a gentle tannic framework, and subtle smoky undertones. These elements are well-integrated rather than competing, each taking turns across the palate. The finish is long and layered, with omija tartness persisting beneath oak warmth and a clean, tannic close. At 200ml, this is a premium pour designed for focused appreciation. Best neat at room temperature alongside raw fish, galbi, or bossam.
CleanSmooth
raw fish (hoe)grilled meat (galbi)
★Awards
52% ABV200ml