Knolfontein

For five generations already the Du Toit family has called Knolfontein home. The farm lies in the Riebeek Valley, at the foothills of the famous Kasteelberg.

02/09/2026

The Du Toit family has farmed Knolfontein since 1907.

Today, Pieter is the fifth generation to work this land - drawing on knowledge built over more than a century of seasons.

That kind of experience matters. In the vineyard, and ultimately, in the w**e.

And if you’d like to taste for yourself, you’ll find our w**es online.

19/08/2026

The vines are waking up.

That’s what Pieter is seeing at Knolfontein at the moment, with the vines already showing that they’re ready to bud.

The Swartland has had dry, relatively warm weather towards the end of winter, and those conditions have brought the first signs of the new growing season a little earlier than usual.

It’s an important stage to watch. Once bud-burst begins, the focus shifts to the conditions that follow - from available soil moisture and spring rainfall to temperatures as the new shoots develop.

There’s a long way to go before harvest 2027, but for Pieter, this is where keeping a close eye on the next vintage begins.

And if you’re joining us for a Saturday tasting at Knolfontein, it’s a particularly interesting time to see what’s happening in the vineyards for yourself.

Saturday tastings by appointment.

13/08/2026

The weekend is almost here, and there’s plenty to look forward to.

There’s rugby on the horizon, some old rivals back on South African soil, and more than enough reason to settle in for some good viewing.

And for the glass? Knolfontein Shiraz, of course.

https://knolfonteinw**es.co.za/shop/

28/07/2026

Did you know?

Not all grapes are the same size.

Some w**e grape varieties naturally produce small berries, while others produce much larger ones. At first glance, that might not seem particularly important. In the vineyard, however, berry size can have a noticeable influence on the w**e in your glass.

Smaller berries generally have a higher proportion of skin to juice. Because colour, tannins and many flavour compounds are found in the skins, they often produce w**es with greater concentration and structure.

Larger berries, on the other hand, typically contain more juice relative to their skins. Depending on the variety and how they're grown, they can produce w**es with greater freshness, elegance and finesse.

Of course, berry size is only one piece of the puzzle.

Climate, soil, vineyard practices and the decisions made throughout the growing season all play an equally important role. That's why great w**e can come from both small- and large-berried varieties.

In the end, it's a reminder that exceptional w**e is never defined by a single characteristic. It's the result of many small factors working together, long before the grapes reach the cellar.

Experience the results for yourself. Join Pieter for a tasting at Knolfontein on Saturdays by appointment, or explore the range online.

23/07/2026

Cinsaut has quietly earned its place among the Swartland's most respected grape varieties.

There are good reasons for that.

Exceptionally well suited to warm, dry climates, Cinsaut ripens reliably, copes well with drought and, unlike many red varieties, retains its natural freshness even in hot vintages. Those qualities have made it increasingly important in a region where dryland farming is both a necessity and a philosophy.

The result is a w**e that favours purity over richness, offering bright red fruit, fine tannins and a freshness that reflects thoughtful farming rather than heavy-handed w**emaking.

At Knolfontein, Pieter believes the vineyard should determine the style of the w**e. His role is simply to preserve the quality of the fruit from vineyard to bottle.

Experience Knolfontein Cinsaut during a Saturday tasting by appointment, or explore the range online.

14/07/2026

Did you know?

A Chenin Blanc vine doesn't necessarily get better because it's older.

It gets... pickier.

As vines age, they naturally produce fewer bunches. That means less fruit, but often more concentration in every berry. It's one of the reasons the Swartland has earned a global reputation for exceptional Chenin Blanc - many of South Africa's oldest dryland bush vines call this region home.

Of course, old vines don't guarantee great w**e. That's where the w**emaker comes in.

At Knolfontein, Pieter lets the vineyard do most of the talking, stepping in only where it matters. The result is a Chenin Blanc that speaks more of place than process.

Sometimes, less really is more.

Taste it for yourself at Knolfontein on a Saturday (by appointment), or order online.

07/07/2026

There is no app for experience.

No satellite image can replace decades of walking the same vineyards. No weather station can teach you what years of watching the seasons unfold will.

Modern farming gives us remarkable technology. It helps us measure, monitor and make better decisions. But it still takes a farmer's eye to notice the things that matter.

To recognise when a vine needs attention before it asks for it. To understand how one block differs from the next. To know that every season writes a different story.

Pieter still spends as much time walking the vineyards as studying the numbers. Because while technology informs good farming, experience shapes great farming.

Experience the result for yourself. Join Pieter for a tasting at Knolfontein on Saturdays by appointment, or explore the range from our online store: https://knolfonteinw**es.co.za/shop/

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29/06/2026

Five generations farmed the land. One chose to bottle its story.

The Du Toit family has cared for Knolfontein since 1907, building a reputation for producing exceptional grapes.

Today, Pieter continues that legacy by crafting w**es that express the character of the farm itself - from Chenin Blanc to Cinsaut and Shiraz.

Different w**es. One place. One family's story.

Which Knolfontein w**e are you pouring tonight?

18/06/2026

Father's Day has a way of reminding us that some of life's most valuable lessons are passed down quietly - around a dinner table, in a vineyard, or during a long conversation between generations.

At Knolfontein, five generations of the Du Toit family have cared for this piece of land. Along the way, they've inherited more than farming knowledge. They've inherited stories, values, traditions and a deep respect for the people who came before them.

This Father's Day, we raise a glass to fathers, grandfathers and father figures - the men who helped shape our lives, often without asking for recognition.

Looking for a Father's Day bottle? Visit our online store or join us for a tasting and discover the w**es that carry five generations of family history.

12/06/2026

A bottle of w**e is rarely just a bottle of w**e.

More often, it's an excuse to gather around a table, revisit a favourite place, share a meal with people you care about, or slow down long enough to notice the changing seasons.

Over the years, we've discovered that Knolfontein w**e lovers tend to have a few things in common. They appreciate good food, enjoy exploring hidden corners of the country, find beauty in the natural world, and understand that heritage is not something preserved in a museum - it's something lived, shared and passed on.

Perhaps that's why they feel so at home here.

We're curious: what first brought you to Knolfontein - the w**e, the food, the landscape, or the story behind it?

Address

Knolfontein Farm, Station Road
Riebeek-Wes
7306

Website

https://knolfonteinwines.co.za/

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