Boplaas is a hands-on family business, where the 6th generation is taking over the reins.
Daniel Nel(Distiller), Margaux Nel(Winemaker), Rozanne Nel (Marketing Manager).
After taking away four Gold awards at the 2021 Gold Wine Awards, we asked the marketing manager of Boplaas, Rozanne Nel, a few questions about their history and tried to uncover the reason for their success.
Please tell us when your company was founded and some of its history?
Boplaas Family Vineyards’ history dates back to 1880 when the first consignment of brandy was exported to England.
What are some of the unique features of your company?
Patriarch, Danie Nel ordered Shiraz vines from a nursery in the Cape and made wine for 10 years before realising it was Tinta Barocca when his son Carel Nel finished his studies.
What are some of the unique features of your Cellar and your philosophy?
Boplaas is a hands-on family business and the 6th generation is taking over the reins of the business.
What do you think is your distinct advantage or reason for your success?
Passion, dedication, well-educated, innovation, and adaptability.
Contact person: Rozanne Nel
Email address: admin@boplaas.co.za
Contact number: 044 213 3326
Website address: https://www.boplaas.co.za/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Boplaas1880
Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/boplaaswines/