Paul Clüver is managing director of Paul Clüver Family Wines in Elgin where the Clüver family pioneered viticulture and winemaking in this unique region being the first to plant grapes there 35 years ago.
Paul spent much of his childhood on the farm, and after graduating from the University of Stellenbosch with degrees in horticulture and economy he has overseen Paul Clüver becoming one of South Africa’s leading wineries – judged a First Growth by Tim Atkin in his annual report on Cape wine.
Paul’s love for and knowledge of land, soil, vineyards and farming are complemented by his commitment to overseeing the production of premium wines from his Elgin terroir. Together with Paul Clüver winemaker Andries Burger, who is also Paul’s brother-in-law, Paul is a self-confessed acolyte of Burgundy, which has as result seen the winery taking its place at the top end of South Africa’s Chardonnay and Pinot Noir offering.