Episodes

  • Brocha - Rozy Gunn

    Brocha - Rozy Gunn
    Jan 9 2025
    The farm was purchased in 2001 and the first vines planted in 2002 after a radical career change. A project which began as a conventional agricultural journey has evolved into an inseparable part of myself. I remain convinced that the Biodynamic method of farming which promotes a respectful relationship between plant, human, animal and soil can better preserve that complex and fragile concept we call Terroir- which is the vital difference between wine that is a commodity and wine that is an experience in all its challenges and confrontations. I think art counts even in vineyards. Solace and One Man Band are accurate expressions of my philosophy that farming is the coal face of wine production and my reluctance to use any synthetic or systemic products on Brocha is in direct line with my attempt to produce intelligent and resilient vines which can weather the vagaries of climate and weather and to offer the consumer access to wines which are sincere and genuinely representative of site and season without the interference and gloss offered by outside inputs and clever techniques and chemical residues. Werner Muller makes these wines with extreme dedication and intelligence.
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    42 mins
  • Almenkerk - Joris van Almenkerk

    Almenkerk - Joris van Almenkerk
    Jan 2 2025
    Almenkerk Wine Estate, situated in the cool-climate Elgin region of South Africa, is a family-owned estate dedicated to crafting exceptional wines with precision and passion. Founded in 2004 by Joris and Natalie van Almenkerk, the estate represents a harmonious blend of their Belgian heritage and the distinctive terroir of South Africa.Almenkerk is, at its heart, a family affair. Joris, originally a law graduate, discovered his love for winemaking during a harvest in Stellenbosch and has since become a masterful vintner known for his meticulous attention to detail. Natalie, with her background in business management and communications, is the vibrant custodian of the Almenkerk brand, guiding its evolution with grace and creativity.
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    41 mins
  • Elgin Vintners - Gus Dale

    Elgin Vintners - Gus Dale
    Dec 26 2024
    Elgin Vintners, a partnership of farmers in the area who entered into grape-growing and wine-making, was one of the early players in what grew into a small, but significant industry, over the next decade.
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    32 mins
  • Leeuwenkuil - Pieter Carstens

    Leeuwenkuil - Pieter Carstens
    Dec 19 2024
    Established 1693, the Leeuwenkuil estate is one of the earliest wine farms in the region. The name Leeuwenkuil is from Dutch heritage, meaning “Lion’s Lair” – named for the place where the regal Cape Lion once roamed the farm. Situated at the Southern-most tip to the Swartland, Leeuwenkuil Family Vineyards is family owned by the 7th generation Dreyer Family. With intense focus on vineyard cultivation they own over 1250 ha of vineyards, making Leeuwenkuil Family Vineyards the largest acreage of vines owned by one family in the Cape Coastal region. Only the finest 1% ‘cream’ of our production is crafted to perfection for our Leeuwenkuil ranges: Classic, Reserve & Heritage. All our ranges are Fair for Life, IPW & vegan friendly and 100% focused on Swartland Wine of Origin, because this is where the original Leeuwenkuil farm is situated, at the Southern-most tip of the Swartland wine region. Proudly W.O. Swartland, their wine-making philosophy is about creating uncompromisingly honest, natural wines, in a restrained style that reflects the unique character of the Swartland. UNCOMPROMISING RESPECT FOR PROVENANCEAt Leeuwenkuil Family Vineyards we’re committed to continue 7 generations of proud wine-making tradition in a better, more sustainable future. We believe in long-term partnerships with Place, People and Prosperity. With a deep respect for provenance, we create uncompromisingly honest, natural wines, in a restrained style, that is true to the character of our region. Through intense focus on premium vineyard production, and the finest vinification technology, we make intriguingly honest, terroir-driven Swartland Chenin Blanc & Syrah, to share our heritage, family values & the unique character of the Swartland with the world.
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    39 mins
  • Org de Rac - Phillip Vercuil

    Org de Rac - Phillip Vercuil
    Dec 12 2024
    The first vines were planted in October of 2001, and has since then been farmed organicly .Org de Rac is a Organic farm and cellar , in the Swartland region . We have Fairtrade accredetation and Wieta . We continiously produce top quality organic wines , that compete with the rest of the South African market .
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    32 mins
  • Rock of Eye - Coenie Snyman

    Rock of Eye - Coenie Snyman
    Sep 5 2024
    Traditionally, the mastery of a tailor is judged by their ability to craft bespoke garments without the need for precise measurements. Instead, they delicately balance precision and intuition, trusting in their expert eye above all else. The Rock of Eye cannot be taught; it can only be earned through perseverance, passion, and practice.At Rock of Eye, we embrace this same philosophy in our winemaking.After three decades spent honing his expertise locally and abroad, award-winning winemaker Coenie Snyman returned to his hometown of Stellenbosch, South Africa’s historic wine region. Here, he interprets the unique terroir of the region to produce investment-grade wines that are a harmonious blend of science and art, imbued with the spirit of the harvest and the passion of a master craftsman.
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    29 mins
  • Le Riche - Christo le Riche

    Le Riche - Christo le Riche
    Aug 29 2024
    Regarded as one of the leading ulffa-premium producers of Cabernet Sauvignon, our vision is to craft the ultimate expression of Cabernet Sauvignon from the Stellenbosch Winelands of South Africa. Founded and managed by the Le Riche Family, we exclusively select and source only the highest-quality fruit, from unique vineyards, grown by long-term, established farmers. At the core ofthis is an inherent knowledge and respect of terroir, in particular the soil, and a winemaking ethos that is traditionally simplistic yet innovative.
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    39 mins
  • Aslina - Ntsiki Biyela

    Aslina - Ntsiki Biyela
    Aug 22 2024
    Aslina Wines was founded by Ntsiki Biyela who is the Winemaker and Director of the company in 2016. Biyela named Aslina Wines in honour of her late grandmother, Aslina. She grew up in Mahlabathini, a rural village in KwaZulu Natal, where she matriculated from high school in 1996. Having spent a year as a domestic worker, she was awarded a scholarship through South African Airways to study winemaking at the University of Stellenbosch in 1999. She graduated in 2003 with a BSc in Agriculture (Viticulture and Oenology) and joined Stellekaya, a boutique winery, as their Winemaker in 2004. We have a ranged of 6 premium wines; a Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, skin-contact Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Umsasane (Bordeaux-style blend) and our MCC. We have recently opened our tasting room at Unit 1, Ground Floor, Building 4, Alberto Drive, Devonbosch Bottelary Road, Stellenbosch, 7605 South Africa. We are currently operating on an appointments only basis.
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    38 mins
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