Klein River Cheese
Loan in Hermanus

Nestled on the banks of the Klein river, lies Klein River Cheese, surrounded by lush green hills and mountains, a small family run cheesery.

Klein River Farmstead offers an array of exceptional and award-winning South African cheeses. All cheese is made using age-old artisinal methods on the Klein River Farmstead, Stanford. We only use locally sourced, pasture-fed cows milk that is pasteurized according to legislation. The milk is sourced from within 12 km of the Farmstead and is free from hormones and antibiotics. Non-animal microbial rennet is used and no colourants are added. Once made, the heads (or rounds) are kept in one of the seven maturation rooms. The temperature, lighting, humidity and air flow are monitored under very strict conditions while each type has their own very specific needs. Klein River Farmstead is committed to using the traditional washed-rind method. Klein River Farmstead has been producing cheese for over 20 years, starting with our flagship, Klein River Gruberg (formerly Klein River Gruyere). Our cheesemaker, Jacko Van Beulen, has been with us since day one and has extensive experience and knowledge in cheese and its production. Klein River Farmstead has won the prestigious Qualité Dairy Product of the Year twice. We also produce a range of other artisanal cheeses that we sell exclusively on the Farmstead. Jacko Van Beulen uses the traditional methods for producing everyday favourites such as Feta and Cream Cheese.