Hofstraat cellar is a garagiste winery owned by Wim Smit, the resident winemaker. He is a well known commercial builder in Malmesbury and the surrounding Swartland. He took his aesthetic perfection of building practices and directly applied it into his hobby, wine making. Officially registered in 2002, Hofstraat cellar, with Renosterbos being its flagship wine, has since won many prestigious awards and accolades, making it a staple in the wine making community and the Swartland wine route.

Renosterbos Chenin Blanc known for its distinct, often complex profiles with notes of honey, herbs, citrus and unique African botanicals like buchu, highlighting the versatility of the Chenin Blanc grape . This wine showcases a rich personality, moving beyond typical Chenin Blanc characteristics to offer something truly unique.