‘Inspirational’. ‘Innovative’. ‘Indomitable’. Just a few of the words we have heard describe Marc Kent. He’s a true free spirit and a pioneering figure in the South African wine industry, sweeping up awards wherever he goes.

Syrah, now a well known grape in the country, owes it’s modern day popularity to Marc as he put it firmly on the map with his legendary 1997 vintage of Boekenhoutskloof Syrah. Since then Boekenhoutskloof has gone on to be an industry leader, churning out an endless stream of award winning wines and overseeing brands like Porcupine Ridge and the Chocolate Block.   

Marc began his wine career working in restaurants and is as passionate about his grapes as he is about his twin boys, boats and a good braai (that’s a BBQ between us).