In keeping with De Toren Private Cellar's new worldly commitment to excellence, the farm's progressive labour philosophy comes as no surprise.

In South Africa -- Emil den Dulk is setting a praiseworthy and commendable example.

"When we employ a worker, we look at him or her as a long-term investment ~ one who deserves to be treated with the utmost respect and human dignity. They are paid well, they live in beautiful, fully equipped middle-class homes, and they enjoy the benefits of pension schemes."

De Toren's workers regularly attend courses at the Cape Training and Development College, an organisation committed to the empowerment of farm labourers.

"Well-informed and trained-up employees can be trusted with additional responsibilities," says Emil, "which in turn instill a sense of partnership and belonging."

 

Children from neighbouring farms form part of the De Toren youth rugby team.