In ancient times, a Doorkeeper was a guard. They were wardens of thresholds, protectors of sacred spaces, trusted stewards of what lay within.
It’s a role we relate to deeply.
For us, the Doorkeeper is a symbol of stewardship. Of standing at the threshold between the wild and the cultivated, between nature and nurture. It speaks to our role as custodians of this land, not merely owners. Every decision we make is shaped by the belief that we are only passing through, leaving the land better than we found it.
These wines invite you into our world.
Our refreshed label reflects our spirit through a collection of symbols drawn from life on the farm:
- The ankole bull, emblematic of the herds that regenerate our soils;
- The clover, a marker of renewal through our cover crops;
- The sugarbird, endemic to our fynbos biosphere;
- And the open door to our Underground Wine Cellar, a literal and symbolic welcome to all who seek to explore our wines.
Each detail tells part of our story – one rooted in nature, care, and quiet innovation.
Crafted for the everyday moments, our Doorkeeper range of wines are approachable and generous yet carry the hallmark quality and character you’ve come to expect from Hartenberg.
With Doorkeeper, you are not just opening a bottle, you are becoming part of our chapter in the Hartenberg story.
The secret is in the soil!
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