Contact Info
LOCATION: Eilandia, Robertson
OWNER: Allison & Francis Brand
CONTACT: Allison Brand
EMAIL: allison@riverbendfarm.co.za
TEL: 082 927 9763
FACEBOOK: @RiverbendOlives
Technical Info
NUMBER OF TREES: 5,500
LITRES PRODUCED: 12,000
TERROIR/SOIL: Mixture of clay, sand and stone
CULTIVARS: Frantoio, Kalamata, Mission, Manzanilla
STYLES: Delicate to Medium
CTC MEMBER: Yes
OTHER PRODUCTS: Gifts boxes, tapenades, 100% olive oil soap
Experiences
EVOO TASTING: By appointment
ACCOMMODATION: Self-catering cottages
OTHER ACTIVITIES: Bird watching, kayaking, walking, hiking, cycling
Tasting Notes
Riverbend Farm produces a delicate to medium, well balanced nutty oil with hints of fresh herbs. Our oils, a single varietal Frantoio and a carefully blended Frantoio-Mission oil, are extremely versatile and ideal for salads, cooking and baking. We are especially proud of our table olives - firm Manzanilla, delicious Mission and limited edition Kalamatas, all highly popular.
History & Culture
Riverbend Farm is a second-generation boutique family olive estate, started by Trevor and Kathleen Brodrick in 2005. The Olive Mill is conveniently positioned in the middle of the groves, ready to press the olives within 24 hours of hand-picking at optimal ripeness. The farm has been further developed by Allison and Francis who are passionate about making quality products and keen to accommodate smaller farms in the “Italian co-operative tradition” of producing oil for others too. Visitors are welcome to stay in the self-catering cottages on the banks of the river and (or) enjoy a tasting and tour by Allison.