From a glimmer of potential spotted in 2002, Haskell Vineyards has built a track record of star-studded success over the past 20 years and the premium Stellenbosch winery is well-geared to build on its foundation over the next decades.
American property investor Preston Haskell IV snapped up Dombeya Farm on auction 20 years ago, seeing the potential of the land on the slopes of the Helderberg mountains in South Africa’s winemaking heartland of the Stellenbosch ‘Golden Triangle’ famed for premium Cabernet Sauvignon.
From the outset, the central focus has been the creation of premium terroir-driven wines, expressive of the vintage and recognised as among the finest of their style, with an emphasis of quality over quantity. Winemaker Rudolph Steenkamp said Haskell’s approach to creating true terroir expression, quality and depth in their wines started in the vineyards, by returning to the simplest viticultural methods and “farming the soil and not the vine”.
Barbara Mackenzie, GM at Haskell Vineyards, said a visit to Haskell is not only about premium wines, but about a well-rounded guest experience.
“Haskell has become known and loved by regular visitors for beautiful surroundings and breathtaking views forming the backdrop to warm hospitality and great service from our passionate, knowledgeable team. Along with excellent food from our Longtable Restaurant it is the people who make the experience memorable, and we are proud that our team consistently delivers on this,” Mackenzie said.
Haskell’s 20th anniversary celebrations include a series of winemaker’s dinners at the Longtable Restaurant, showcasing award-winning vintage wines and highlighting different terroirs and regions.
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