Nick Holland’s career in mining sparked a deep appreciation for gold—not merely as a precious metal, but as a symbol of beauty, rarity, and finiteness.
These same attributes form the foundation of his appreciation for exceptional wine: both require careful extraction and craftsmanship to reveal their true value; this is in synchronicity with Roslyn Holland’s love of fine wine, which inspired the Belle Montagne vision.
During their travels, the couple recognised a gap: few South African wines stood among the world’s most prestigious. With a commitment to change that, they carved a home in Franschhoek, South Africa’s wine and culinary capital, and laid the foundation for future excellence.