Bakenhof Wine & Grape Farm incorporates a four star guesthouse and function venue and is owned by a group of Dutch and German investors. Expansion plan includes additional accommodation facilities and new plantings.



The Estate comprises of 155 hectares, of which currently 80 hectare are planted to Table Grapes of 12 different cultivars. A Further 15 hectare vineyards are planted to white (Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc , Viognier) and red (Shiraz) cultivars.

The soils consist of Table Mountain sandstone, with Clovelly and Hutton types prevalent, while closer to the Berg River alluvial soils are found. The vineyards benefit from the position on a slope running from east to west.

The table grape vineyards range from 1 to approximately 25 years in age and are all watered with a computerized irrigation system. The total harvest for 2010 is expected to be +/- 1350 tons - 80% of the harvest has export quality and is exported to the UK, Netherlands, Germany and other markets in Europe.

Water is supplied by pumps from the Berg River; the Estate is in the fortunate position to own water rights for 120 hectare.

The vineyards planted with Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Viognier and Shiraz are young in age and were established as part of a new strategy to maximize on the excellent climate and soil. Wine production has started in conjunction with our partner wine estate, Avondale. We are proud to introduce our Bakenhof branded range of Biologic White, Red and Rose wine.

A further 40 hectares of arable land is perfectly suitable for new vineyards and olive groves. The remaining land will be used to provide a balanced and scenic resort type of environment.

The Area: The Berg River Valley:

The stark peaks of the Du Toitskloof Mountains stands guard over the Berg River Valley, one of South Africa's premier grape regions, and a valley rich in historical treasure dating back over more than 350 years.

The Berg offers the water, and the Cape's famous mild Mediterranean climate helps to produce mid-season grapes of exceptional quality for example: Red Globe, La Rochelle, Bonheur, Thompson Seedless, and the old favourite, Alphonse Lavallee.

Farm Products:

Table Grapes:

Colour	Cultivar	Seeded/less	Size (Ha)
white	Bien Donne	seeded	3.99
black	Alphonse	seeded	4.61
white	Victoria	seeded	4.12
white	Queens	seeded	4.24
white	Festival	seedless	4.12
white	Waltham Cross	seeded	12.78
black	Alphonse	seeded	3.42
black	Dan Ben Hanna	seeded	9.93
red	Red Globe	seeded	6.4
red	Sun Red	seedless	9.93
red	Red Globe	seeded	10
white	Thompson	seedless	6.74
white	Thompson	seedless	3.26
white	Regal	seedless	2.00
black	Crimson	seedless	2.00
white	Victoria	seeded	2.00
white	Majestic	seeded	1.3
white	Regal	seedless	0.7
red	Shiraz	-	5.1
white	Chardonnay	-	5.0
white	Chenin Blanc	-	2.2
white	viognier	-	2.2

85% Export quality, Mostly XL size

Wine Grapes

Red: Shiraz 5.1 ha
White: Chardonnay 5.0 ha, Chenin Blanc 2.2 ha, Viognier 2.2 Ha