Wine It | Kim McFarlane
Bottle Opener Please!
Kim McFarlane is a born and bred Hermanus local. She is currently the assistant wine maker at Hermanuspietersfontein Wine and one of only two women in the Hermanus wine industry, which is quite something.
The Hermanus Wine Route can be proud to have the likes of Kim aboard!
See what this local lady had to say….
Describe yourself in 3 words
- Honest
- Serious
- Fun-loving
My three favourite things in the world are…
- Travelling with good company
- Great bottle of wine
- Good food
How did you become involved with HPF?
Bartho and myself went fishing and he mentioned that HPF is starting up and that there will be a position for an assistant wine maker. I came to do the first harvest at HPF and have never looked back.
If you are not at the cellar/offices what are you doing?
I enjoy DIY projects so you’ll always find me making something new.
The best part of working at HPF?
The joy of seeing the wine develop into a product that everyone can enjoy.
Never leave home without a bottle opener! – Kim McFarlane
Hermanus is…
A little bit of everything: Sea, beaches, mountains – ideal for outdoor quality time.
I love Hermanus in the… (summer, winter, autumn, spring) why?
Autumn – not too warm, not too cold and you can still enjoy the natural beauty of the town.
My favorite place in Hermanus is…why?
Walking on Die Plaat – while digging for white mussels (PS remember the license)
I wish I knew then what I do now about…
The challenges of our industry.
My best memories are…
On safari with my parents.