We’re delighted to have Solly Monyamane, a proud alumnus of Stellenbosch University, as our winemaker.

We hope you enjoy your tasting of Artelium wines: take a moment to discover Solly’s winemaking journey below, along with an exclusive offer on Artelium wines

Solly Monyamane’s Wine Making Story

“I am a South African–born winemaker, raised in Pretoria (Mamelodi), and formally trained in Stellenbosch between 2010 and 2013. My professional experience has been primarily rooted in Stellenbosch, where I have held roles as a winemaker, viticulturist, and assistant lecturer at Elsenburg Agricultural Training Institute, an institution affiliated with Stellenbosch University.

In addition to my work in South Africa, I have gained international harvest experience in California, Burgundy, and the Mosel, further broadening my technical expertise and global perspective on viticulture and winemaking.

In 2023, I relocated from South Africa to pursue international opportunities and joined Artelium Wine Estate in Sussex, United Kingdom. Since my appointment as winemaker at Artelium, I have completed three vintages, producing multiple award-winning wines and contributing to the advancement of still wine production in England.”

We hope you enjoyed your tasting of Artelium’s wines, and that it’s given you a sense of the creativity, innovation, and bold approaches that shape our winemaking.

As a thank you for visiting us all the way from South Africa, we’re delighted to offer you a personalised discount. Use code STELLENBOSCH10 at checkout online, or simply show this message to a member of our team at the cellar door to receive 10% off Artelium wines to take away.

We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.