The grapes for the Donkiesbaai Steen (Chenin Blanc) is produced on the farm De Tol of the Mouton family and is situated on top of the Piekenierskloof Pass. The vineyard was planted in 1979 and has no irrigation except for natural rainfall. The soil type is primarily sandy and the elevation of the block ensures that the vines cool down in the late afternoon by means of a berg wind. The fruit has a very intense flavour due to the mentioned climatic conditions and production is around 8 tons / ha.
The grapes for the Pinot Noir comes from the highest block of Pinot Noir in the country – right at the top of the Witzenberg Mountain Range. I cannot think of a better way to complete the Donkiesbaai story than with a glass of elegant Donkiesbaai Pinot Noir.
Wines on offer:
- Donkiesbaai Steen (Chenin)
- Donkiesbaai Pinot Noir
- Grenache Blanc
- Grenache Noir
- Donkiesbaai Hooiwyn (Straw Wine)
Donkiesbaai Steen (Chenin)
Donkiesbaai on the West Coast of South Africa has been the vacation home to the Engelbrecht family for four generations. Crayfish, Harders and a cold glass of Steen (Chenin Blanc) is part of the history that is Donkiesbaai. With this wine we raise a glass to family and friendships.
Donkiesbaai Pinot Noir
Donkiesbaai on the West Coast of South Africa has been the vacation home to the Engelbrecht family for four generations. The grapes for this wine come from the one of the highest blocks of Pinot Noir in the country. The unique climate, high on the Witzenberg, produces characteristics that contribute to the style and elegance of this wine. We cannot think of a better way to compliment the Donkiesbaai story than with a glass of elegant Donkiesbaai Pinot Noir.
Donkiesbaai Grenach Blanc
Far up the west coast, north of Lambertsbay but south of Doringbaai, lies an open bay of white sand strewn with black mussels and kelp, with the icy waters of the Atlantic beating the shore. This is Donkiesbaai, where the Engelbrecht family have holidayed for four generations. This unassuming spot lends its name to our adventurous range of wines from the further-flung corners of South Africa’s winelands. The wine was made with the cuisine of the west coast in mind. Crayfish, Harders, and a cold glass of wine is part of the history that is Donkiesbaai. With this wine we raise a glass to family & friendships.
Donkiesbaai Grenache Noir
Far up the west coast, north of Lambertsbay but south of Doringbaai, lies an open bay of white sand strewn with black mussels and kelp, with the icy waters of the Atlantic beating the shore. This is Donkiesbaai, where the Engelbrecht family have holidayed for four generations. This unassuming spot lends its name to our adventurous range of wines from the further-flung corners of South Africa’s winelands. The wine was made with the cuisine of the west coast in mind. Crayfish, Harders, and a cold glass of wine is part of the history that is Donkiesbaai. With this wine we raise a glass to family & friendships.
Donkiesbaai Hooiwyn (Straw Wine)
Donkiesbaai on the West Coast of South Africa has been the vacation home to the Engelbrecht family for four generations. A glass of Hooiwijn to finish off a fish braai is part of the history that is Donkiesbaai. With this wine we raise a glass to family and friendships.