in the vineyard : Drostdy Wines was established in the Tulbagh Valley in 1964. The historic De Oude Drostdy, completed in 1804, overlooks the cellar. This classic building reflects the Drostdy Hof heritage and commitment to quality. Drostdy Wines launched the first Drostdy Hof wines, named after the courtyard in front of the cellar, in 1973. They soon earned a reputation as excellent, enjoyable wines at affordable prices.
The wine was made from Chenin blanc grapes from vineyards in the Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Wellington and Malmesbury areas. The vineyards are situated at altitudes ranging from 90 to 160 metres above sea level. Some of the vines are trellised and some grow as bush vines. The vineyards were planted from 1978 to 1989.