Breedekloof has roots dating back to the French Huguenots who arrived in the Cape in 1688 bringing with them a winemaking heritage and know-how that began in France. Since their arrival and the first grape harvest witnessed by Jan Van Riebeeck in 1639, the Western Cape has become renowned for superb wines. A combination of the Mediterranean climate, rich terroir and skilled winemakers, have put the area on the map for producing award-winning wines.