How many hectares of vines are owned by Neil Ellis Wines and from how many hectares are grapes sourced?
Neil Ellis Wines is different from most companies in that instead of owning vineyards we have focused on producing the best wine possible and sourcing the grapes from top quality growers. In 1993, Neil Ellis became partner with Hans Schroder, owner of the Oude Nektar Farm in Jonkershoek, Stellenbosch. The 40ha of vines on Oude Nektar are the primary source for our red wines. Recognizing the unique quality of the grapes from the Groenekloof ward, in 1996 Neil Ellis Wines entered into a joint partnership with Alex Versveld to farm the 120ha Contraberg farm which is the source of our Groenekloof Sauvignon Blanc. Grapes are also sourced from another 5ha in Elgin.
