The Simondium Guild

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Up until about the 1860s wine was one of the most important sources of income for the Cape Colony. The Drakenstein area became a major wine producing area.

In the late 19th century the wine industry in the Cape collpased as a result of Phylloxera - an insect that causes permanent damage to the roots of the vines.

To prevent the total collapse of the wine industry, another initiative was introduced that impacted the area. The establishment of co-operative wine cellars of which Drakentstein Co-operative Winery was the first. It was established in 1906 in Simondium with 10 members.

This co-operative is now operating as Simondium Guild and houses a number of local businesses serving the community: Painted Wolf Wines, Soul Barrel Brewing Company, Sha'Bean Coffee, Kombukarius and, of course, Fanglasstic, among others.

The original gables of the Cape Dutch Architecture from the mid 1800's to early 1900's are still evident on the building.

The Simondium Guild

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History of the Guild

Up until about the 1860s wine was one of the most important sources of income for the Cape Colony. The Drakenstein area became a major wine producing area.

In the late 19th century the wine industry in the Cape collpased as a result of Phylloxera - an insect that causes permanent damage to the roots of the vines.

To prevent the total collapse of the wine industry, another initiative was introduced that impacted the area. The establishment of co-operative wine cellars of which Drakentstein Co-operative Winery was the first. It was established in 1906 in Simondium with 10 members.

This co-operative is now operating as Simondium Guild and houses a number of local businesses serving the community: Painted Wolf Wines, Soul Barrel Brewing Company, Sha'Bean Coffee, Kombukarius and, of course, Fanglasstic, among others.

The original gables of the Cape Dutch Architecture from the mid 1800's to early 1900's are still evident on the building.

Painted Wolf Wines

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Painted Wolf Wines

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In 2006, Emma and Jeremy Borg decided to create a wine company with two main aims – to raise money to build a more hopeful future for endangered African wild dogs and to allow Jeremy to pursue his ambitions as a winemaker, which he has done with great determination and flair.

Creating the company involved many wonderful collaborations with friends from all walks of life, and over the years, with the help of these exceptional people, Painted Wolf Wines has grown to become a leading producer of award-winning wines. We now have three distinctive and memorable ranges, are never afraid to try something a little bit off the beaten track and have raised around R3.5 million and a further considerable sum for social upliftment projects.

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Soul Barrel Brewing Company

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Soul Barrel Brewing Company

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At Soul Barrel Brewing, we aim to create a world-class South African beer culture by brewing artisanal, innovative beer that reflects our time, place, and personality. We believe real beer is made with soul. Our brewing showcases our passion for local ingredients, hoppy ales, old world barrel fermentations and our uncompromising commitment to quality.

We believe beer is the greatest beverage in the world. Savouring an amazing brew can be a life changing experience. Our brewery exists to contribute to these epic moments. The brewery is in the heart of the Cape Winelands outside of Franschhoek, built within the old tank walls of the former Drakenstein Cooperative Winery.

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