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Mindfulness a step beyond knowledge and intelligence

We meditate to cultivate mindfulness which is conducive to us being more aware of what we experience.  Still, it's not as straight forward as there are certain qualities which determine the depth of awareness.  So does mindfulness help with knowledge and intelligence?  Mindfulness goes a step further as it's the first step into the development of wisdom. 

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