A sparrow sails in:
1951 - 1957
Spatz Sperling

The Hoheisen´s dream retirement home, with its acres of land demanded constant attention; there was more to farming and winemaking than had ever been imagined. The answer came when Deli Hoheisen took a trip to Germany to visit relatives. Here it was agreed that Micheal “Spatz” Sperling, nephew of Deli, would join the Hoheisens in South Africa to assist with all farming activities. Spatz set sale on the Winchester Castle, arriving on Delheim Thursday, 19 April 1951.

After 60 years of hard work and dedication, Spatz has become synonymous with the name Delheim, he also has an unequalled reputation in the South African wine industry of today. read more