Rhebokskloof Wines: Handcrafted Excellence

Rhebokskloof Estate prides itself on creating excellent wines that is carefully handcrafted through its commitment to tradition. Thanks to the expertise and passion of Rolanie Lotz, who serves as the cellarmaster. Her deep appreciation for the artistry and craftsmanship involved in producing one-of-a-kind exquisite wines, while driving her extensive experience working hands-on at vineyards in South Africa.

“Handcrafting wines is a labour of love, where tradition and innovation merge to create something truly exceptional.” – Rolanie Lotz.

At Rhebokskloof Estate, Lotz’s commitment to preserving traditional winemaking methods is complemented by creativity while upholding excellence. Rolanie says, “Preserving the essence of Rhebokskloof’s heritage is at the core of our winemaking philosophy, and each bottle tells a story of our commitment to quality.” She meticulously oversees all stages of the process, while ensuring the handcrafted techniques are executed precisely and simultaneously employing sustainable practices.

Lotz focuses on respecting the environment during vineyard management. She works closely in collaboration with the viticulturist. Utilizing manual techniques, the grapevines are carefully nurtured throughout their growth cycle.

“By nurturing the vines with manual techniques and sustainable practices, we ensure that every grape is a reflection of our respect for the environment and the terroir.” expresses Rolanie.

This detailed care results in healthy grapes that enjoy optimal ripeness during the harvest season, where only the best grapes are selected for fermentation due to Lotz’s discerning palate. With her expertise during fermentation and aging, Lotz showcases natural yeast strains that not only complement but also highlight Rhebokskloof’s terroir. Using her blending skills with different varietals combined with oak barrels sourced from world-class cooperages sets Rhebokskloof’s excellent wines apart. This results in rich flavour profiles accented by harmonious textures uniquely found within each bottle.

Rhebokskloof Estate owes much of its reputation for producing excellent wines with passion to Rolanie Lotz. Furthermore, as the Cellarmaster, she has dedicated herself to ensuring each bottle reflects this commitment to quality.

Via her thorough approach, Lotz preserves Rhebokskloof’s heritage with skillful artistry. She has earned recognition from patrons for exceptional blends that showcase the Paarl region’s unique terroir. Each bottle is a testament to handcrafted excellence, reflecting the estate’s traditions and Lotz’s dedication to her craft.

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