MEET THE MAKERS
We are proud of the producers we represent, hand-picked by Belinda and Damiano, owners of African Wines, for the values we share. We salute the winemakers for their profound and inspiring devotion to self-expression in their wines.
Here are their stories
Ntsiki Biyela | Aslina Wines
As South Africa’s first black female winemaker, Ntsiki Biyela has
forged a path to become one of the most recognized names in the world of
wine.
The StoryCallan Williams | The Garajeest
Callan Williams, creator of The Garajeest, is a young and fiercely independent yet sentient soul, challenging old norms with masterful, premium and handcrafted wines.
The StorySchalk Opperman | Quoin Rock
Schalk Opperman is a well-established and progressive winemaker who constantly innovates and transforms his premium winemaking skills at the esteemed Quoin Rock.
The StoryMarelise Niemann | Momento Wines
Marelise Niemann from Momento wines is known for wines of purity, elegance and honesty with minimal intervention, putting terroir front and center.
The StoryJaco van Niekerk | Piekenierskloof Wines
Jaco van Niekerk hails from a family of farmers and studied Viticulture and Winemaking at Stellenbosch University. His love of nature, terroir and strong belief in ethical winemaking resonates in everything he does.
The StoryCerina van Niekerk | Cecilia Wines
Cecilia is the outcome of a desire to combine a love for music and wine into something that has the potential to give pleasure and to inspire.”
The Story
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