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Variety
Cinsaut
Style
Rosé
Region
Slanghoek
Appellation
Slanghoek
Producer
Opstal
Country
South Africa
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The Inspiration
Bright, vibrant and made for life's simple moments, the Sixpence Cinsaut Rosé captures the generous spirit that has always defined Opstal. Grown on the historic vineyards once grazed by Daniel "Sixpence" Smiles, this refreshing rosé honors the legendary shepherd and the generations of farm workers whose dedication helped shape the estate. Crafted from Cinsault with a touch of Colombard for added freshness, it's a wine that celebrates sunshine, friendship and sharing around the table.
Every bottle tells a story of giving back. 10% of the proceeds supports the Sixpence Community Fund, uplifting the families who call Opstal home, while also contributing to the estate's long-standing conservation partnership with CapeNature to protect the indigenous fynbos and natural beauty of the Slanghoek Valley. It's a rosé that is as meaningful as it is easy to enjoy.
About Opstal
7th generation family farm since 1847
Opstal represents seven generations of family stewardship in South Africa's Slanghoek Valley within the Breedekloof (Slanghoek translates from Afrikaans as "Snake's Corner"), dating back to 1847. Owned and managed by the Louw family, the estate has built its reputation on warm hospitality, beautiful surroundings and quality winemaking in this cooler wine-growing climate that produces fruit-forward wines due to a slower ripening of the vines.
The operation centers on collaboration and continuity. Cellar Master Attie Louw and his brother Zak, who manages production, work alongside their parents, sixth-generation Stanley and Ria Louw. The team is bolstered by farm staff representing three generations of workers, with thirty families residing on the property. This stability creates institutional knowledge that shapes every vintage.
The estate's philosophy blends tradition with gratitude. The pocket-friendly Sixpence range honors both a legendary shepherd and the countless workers whose dedication built the estate's legacy, while the Carl Everson heritage range celebrates the family's winemaking lineage. Rather than viewing winemaking as a solitary pursuit, Opstal explicitly celebrates it as collective achievement: every family member, past and present, plays a vital role in their story. Under Attie Louw's stewardship, Opstal has leant into regenerative farming with a herd of Dexter cattle and an active Cape Nature partnership to preserve the surrounding fynbos, and the estate has earned a growing reputation with many global accolades.
