Alfred & James Basson

James Basson has worked in the hospitality industry for almost twenty years. Starting his career as a wide-eyed food runner during school holidays, he catapulted up the ranks during his time at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat where he became General Manager and met his wife, Dee. James now manages the much-lauded Mont Rochelle estate where he enjoys welcoming people from all walks of life.

Things to do

• A wine flight through Mont Rochelle’s vineyards
• Mont Rochelle: the Winelands’ most romantic spot