{"id":9799,"date":"2024-11-07T10:29:53","date_gmt":"2024-11-07T08:29:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/blog\/?p=9799"},"modified":"2024-11-07T10:29:59","modified_gmt":"2024-11-07T08:29:59","slug":"brookdale-estate-welcomes-a-new-winemaking-team","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/blog\/brookdale-estate-welcomes-a-new-winemaking-team\/","title":{"rendered":"Brookdale Estate welcomes a new winemaking team"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Blog Post Section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Introduction&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; 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Bringing a wealth of knowledge from top-tier wineries around the world, including experience at some of South Africa\u2019s best wine producers, and harvests in notable wine regions like Vouvray in France, Portugal\u2019s Douro Valley, and California\u2019s Sonoma Valley.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Rooted in a family tradition of winemaking, Xander has a passion for authenticity in each bottle he crafts.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Joining him is assistant winemaker Shanice du Preez, an emerging talent in South Africa\u2019s wine industry. A graduate of the Cape Winemakers Guild Prot\u00e9g\u00e9 Programme, Shanice has gathered experience through local and international internships at celebrated wineries such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/restaurants\/groot-constantia-wine-estate?utm_source=Dineplan_Blog&amp;utm_medium=Post&amp;utm_campaign=BrookdalePress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Groot Constantia<\/a>, Kanonkop, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/restaurants\/de-grendel-restaurant?utm_source=Dineplan_Blog&amp;utm_medium=Post&amp;utm_campaign=BrookdalePress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">De Grendel<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Brookdales-new-winemaking-team.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;Brookdales&#8217; new winemaking team&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Brookdales&#8217; new winemaking team&#8221; show_in_lightbox=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; enable_caption_text=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;A legacy of excellence&#8221; module_id=&#8221;trends-gildas&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; link_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>A legacy of excellence<\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Since its first vintage in 2017, Brookdale Estate has built a stellar reputation for wines that inspire curiosity, pushing boundaries with each release. This innovative approach was set into motion under the guidance of outgoing winemaker Kiara Scott Farmer, who played a key role in establishing Brookdale\u2019s wines.<\/p>\n<p>During her tenure, Brookdale produced standout wines like the Sixteen White Field Blend, launched in 2021, and established the Mason Road range. Brookdale proprietor Tim Rudd expressed heartfelt gratitude for Kiara\u2019s impactful contributions to the estate.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cKiara has made an indelible mark on our young brand and our wines. She will be missed, but we\u2019re excited to see her thrive in her next adventure.\u201d \u2013 Tim Rudd, Brookdale proprietor<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 700px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C0GTXH4Kk4n\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; 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The team will continue to work closely with consultant winemaker Duncan Savage and owner Tim Rudd, whose vision continues to drive Brookdale\u2019s evolution.<\/p>\n<p>As they look ahead to the 2025 harvest, visitors can look forward to tasting new expressions of classic South African favourites. Alongside wine tastings, Brookdale offers a scenic retreat at the Manor House and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/restaurants\/bistro-at-brookdale?utm_source=Dineplan_Blog&amp;utm_medium=Post&amp;utm_campaign=BrookdalePress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bistro at Brookdale<\/a>, where guests can enjoy the estate\u2019s wines paired with Chef Gary Coetzee&#8217;s new <a href=\"https:\/\/account.dineplan.com\/menu\/zblvTy0r\/3827?utm_source=Dineplan_Blog&amp;utm_medium=Post&amp;utm_campaign=BrookdalePress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">summer menu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<a href='https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/restaurants\/bistro-at-brookdale?utm_source=Dineplan_Blog&#038;utm_medium=Post&#038;utm_campaign=BrookdalePress' class='small-button smallblueshort_code' target=\"_blank\">Book Now<\/a>\n<h5>More information<\/h5>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.brookdale-estate.com?utm_source=Dineplan_Blog&amp;utm_medium=Post&amp;utm_campaign=BrookdalePress\" target=\"_blank\" 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