Thursday, 2 September, 2004
Eikendal Vineyards
Eikendal's Cellarmaster, Lizelle Gerber, who has served the cellar for nearly two years, is leaving in pursuit of new horizons at Douglas Green Bellingham in Wellington.
Henry Kotze, previously winemaker at Neil Ellis, joins the Eikendal team on 01 October 2004 as winemaker/cellar master.
Henry is an energetic and enthusiastic person with a passion for winemaking. He completed his B.Sc. degree in Oenology and Viticulture (specializing in Oenology) at the University of Stellenbosch. Graduating at the top of his class opened several doors for him at Boschendal, Vergelegen and most recently with Neil Ellis in Jonkershoek where he helped produce several award-winning wines. He values the mentors who skilled him in the art of winemaking and is eager to join the team at Eikendal Vineyards.
Caption: The new team at Eikendal Vineyards, consisting of Grant Newton (Marketing Manager) and Henry Kotze (Winemaker and Cellarmaster).