Robertson Wine Farm
History of Robertson Winery
A stone church was built for the congregation services by missionaries in honour of Scottish minister, Dr William Robertson in 1852, and when Robertson Winery was established in 1941 the small church was converted into a winery for the winemaking and cellar operations; these are the humble beginnings of Robertson Wineries.
Robertson Winery consists of many long-standing, devoted and enthusiastic grape-growing families. Some of these families have a history of seven generations of wine growers and presently there are at least 35 families involved in the cultivation and production of the 2400 hectares of vine. All the families take great pride in participating and take great pride in contributing to the achievement and accomplishment of the close partnership, resulting in excellent wines.
Activities at Robertson Winery
There is a farmers market at Robertson every last Saturday of every month which is something not to be missed. The market is perfect for both locals and visitors to get together for breakfast, coffee and a chat.
The Robertson Wine Valley is host to a Hands-on Harvest Festival. This exhilarating event will next take place 24 ? 26 February 2012 and has been doing so for the past four years.
Guests will be able to partake in:
- Grape picking
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Bunch sorting
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Stomping on grapes of your own
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Grapes versus wine tasting
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Harvest market
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Vineyard tractor trips
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Must tasting
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Wine blending experience
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Wine tasting by horse cart.
There is something splendid for everyone.
The Robertson Wine on the River is an idyllic open-air wine festival which takes place on the banks of the Breede River at the Goudmyn Farm between Robertson and Bonnievale; this is a spring live music festival enjoyed by all.
Some fine wines on offer at Robertson Winery:
Robertson Winery ? Vendagne (Vendagne being a translation of the French meaning harvest and is a celebration of abundance):
- Brut
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Vin Rouge
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Vin Blanc
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Rosé
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Robertson Winery Number One Constitution Road Shiraz; a deep purple intensely aromatic velvety wine.
Life is far too short to drink bad wine; Robertson Wines will ensure you never do.
