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On 18 September 2021 the world was introduced to the newest addition to the Piekenierskloof Wines family, and, if we may say so ourselves, she makes quite the impression. By…
On 18 September 2021 the world was introduced to the newest addition to the Piekenierskloof Wines family, and, if we may say so ourselves, she makes quite the impression. By…
In his 2021 South Africa Special Report Tim Atkin MW awarded Piekenierskloof Wines with whopping scores of 90 points or more for eight of the ten wines that were tasted.
BRAAI RIB Ribs, slowly braaied over the coals, served with a refreshing nectarine salad and home-baked bread fresh from the oven, spell laidback and lazy summer days for me… just…
For most of us a seafood potjie is synonym with laid back summer holidays near the coast. Interestingly I tasted this wonderful seafood pot the first time during our annual…
When growing up on our family farm, Bergendal on the mountain near Citrusdal, we enjoyed a family feast of note every Sunday, counting 20 or more people at a time. With…
The 2020 rooibos to Muisbos cycle tour started at our family farm, Bergendal, on the mountain near Citrusdal. Almost 1000 riders took part in this ride over 107 kilometers. The…
Growing up on a farm close to the West Coast, snoek and sweet potatoes form part of your DNA. That was the only fish that was ever braaied over the…
Spending your entire childhood on a farm and then ending up in the city jungle, urges one to escape to nature more often than you would normally do. This is…
Indulge in this delicious Spaghetti Prima Vera with crispy crumbs, paired with a glass of Piekenierskloof Heirloom White, for the perfect weeknight dinner. With just the right amount of greens and flavour, we guarantee you are in for a treat!
Start your weekend with this easy, delicious and comforting bowl of calamari, chorizo and chickpeas. Not only is it a super easy recipe to make, but it's also packed with flavour! And it pairs perfectly with a glass of Piekenierskloof Heirloom Red.
The past twenty months have been full of changes and innovation at Piekenierskloof Wines and we are thrilled to see it recognised by one of the wine industry’s most influential tasters.
Our table is filling up fast! Book now for our unique Long Table Grenache Experience in the barrel cellar at Piekenierskloof wines on the 1st of September.
On the 15th August 2017, Piekenierskloof Grenache Rosé received a gold in South Africa's only rosé wine competition, ‘Rosé Rocks!’. The competition seeks to recognize excellence in rosé winemaking and promote the SA Rosé category.
The Piekenierskloof Pass began its life as Grey's Pass after Sir George Grey, governor of the Cape at the time it was built by Thomas Bains. Later, it was renamed Piekenierskloof
What Citrusdal lacks in tall buildings, it makes up for in vast natural landscapes just waiting to be explored. Set off in practically any direction, and you’ll soon stumble across mountain ranges peaked with snow
The narrow 60 000 hectare belt along the West Coast of South Africa is the only place in the world where Rooibos tea can be grown.
As a Fairtrade farm, Piekenierskloof takes the wellbeing of our farm workers and their families very seriously. A portion of our proceeds are allotted to community projects, w
West of Piekenierskloof, just above the sloping hills on which the vineyards are situated, lies the Overlook. From the vineyards, one would never imagine it to be there – for all you know
Citrusdal, as one might imagine, got its name from the vast plantations of citrus farmed in and around the town. With temperatures heating up during the day, the smell of oranges floats through the town during the summer. Throughout the growing season, the specks of orange do
If you’ve ever tried some of our wines, you might have come across the term ‘old vines’. But what exactly do we mean by that? It’s quite simple really.
Newly appointed General Manager and Winemaker, Jaco van Niekerk, hails from two families with deeply rooted farming traditions. The decision to become a winemaker was therefore a natural progression and one which allows him to express his love for nature as well as his convivial personality daily.
Piekenierskloof is a district of Citrusdal. With one of the most sizable Grenache plantings within the Cape, the region could comfortably dub the ‘Grenache HQ’ title.
As much as our wines reflect the terroir of their established roots along the Piekenierskloof mountains, so our labels take inspiration from the soldiers that once protected the pass.