Joostenberg has a long history. The farm was established by a
Swedish settler in the late 1600’s. The oldest homestead on the farm, a
classic “Cape Dutch” manor house, dates back to 1756 and has been
declared a national monument. Originally, mixed agriculture was practised on
the farm, and from the early 1800’s until 1947 both wine and brandy were
made.
Joostenberg was purchased by the Myburgh family in 1879, and ownership has
remained with the family ever since. In 1947 winemaking ceased, and for the
following 52 years grapes were sold to the local co-op.
In 1999, brothers Tyrrel and Philip Myburgh, the 5th generation of Myburghs
to farm this land, resumed the winemaking tradition. Today Joostenberg is a
small, family owned and managed wine farm producing an exclusive range of
wine. Of special importance are our Chenin Blanc and Syrah (Shiraz) grape
varietals. We place special emphasis on individuality, natural winemaking and
environmental accountability through organic farming — full organic status
was achieved in 2012.
Joostenberg wines are now sold both locally and abroad.