Our story
A family estate in the Robertsvlei Valley above Franschhoek, built from bare land since 1984.
The valley
GlenWood lies in the Robertsvlei Valley, close to the village of Franschhoek in the Western Cape. The valley was proclaimed in the early 1800s and farmed for many crops over the years, including grapes that went to the local co-operative.
When the land was subdivided in 1984, GlenWood was established on 52 hectares and built from scratch. Chardonnay became our flagship, and has earned numerous Platter five stars.
Fynbos and wildlife
The estate is surrounded by indigenous fynbos, part of the Cape Floral Kingdom. Duiker, grysbok, caracal, baboons and many birds share the land with us, and the occasional leopard passes through.
We grow small quantities of proteas, including the Blushing Bride — endemic to the Robertsvlei Valley and known as the Pride of Franschhoek. Sustainable practices in the vineyard and cellar protect this environment, and GlenWood is a WWF Conservation Champion and a Carbon Hero.
The people behind the wines
- Owner
Alastair Wood
Closely involved in the management of the estate.
- General Manager & Cellar Master
DP Burger
From a fourth-generation Franschhoek family, DP has been at GlenWood for 35 years and helped establish and grow the estate.
- Winemaker
Natasha Pretorius
Natasha makes the wines under DP’s guidance; several of her wines have been recognised by wine judges.
Recognition & partners
Buying our wines overseas
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