I grew up in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, South Africa and attended Driehoek Highschool, after which I moved to Stellenbosch to study BSc Microbiology and Biotechnology at the University of Stellenbosch. Being fascinated by all the microbiology involved in the winemaking process, I further my studies by obtaining my Honours (2014) and Masters degree in Wine Biotechnology (2016). During my studies I found a passion for the complexity of wine and the entire winemaking process. Following my passion, I started my winemaking career as an Assistant Winemaker at Doolhof Wine Estate, Wellington, South Africa (2016-2018). Further developing my career, I started at GlenWood Vineyards, Franschhoek, South Africa (2018) under the tutorship and supervision of DP Burger the Cellarmaster. Working alongside DP, I have found a love for Chardonnay as a cultivar and the complexity and diversity this cultivar has to offer to make different wine styles.