26/04/2026
A French touch in Stanford vineyards
Jeanne Vito of Springfontein Wine Estate brings a vigneron philosophy to winemaking, blending French training with African roots and deep respect for terroir. Born in Chablis to Beninese and Togolese parents, Jeanne’s journey from rural France via London, Tokyo and Dijon led her to South Africa in 2018, where she champions natural processes, African-grown varieties and community projects such as Vino Vito in Togo. Her work at Springfontein embodies ubuntu — trusting the land and nurturing future generations.
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