Elgin Ridge, the valley’s only certified organic and biodynamic wine estate, makes wine naturally, what begins in the vineyard ends in the bottle. Elgin Ridge is certified biodynamic by Demeter (since 2016) and certified organic by ECOCERT (since 2012) and CERES, (since 2019). Vineyard manager Taurai Matunbwa knows each and every inch of the farm. They have also have a hardworking team of animals who assist Taurai, who all play vital roles – from their Percheron horse Maddox (now enjoying his retirement) who helped with weeding and plowing in the beginning, to the herd of Dexter cattle which provide them with nutrient-rich manure, Dorper sheep which keep the vineyards weed free, and free-roaming Peking ducks and chickens whose appetites keep snails and bugs at a minimum. Of course, they produce all biodynamic compost needed, which is rich in nutrients and teeming with living microorganisms, keeping soils and vines in optimal condition.