Winemaker
Glenn Goodall
- Discipline
- Winemaker
- Based in
- Margaret River, Australia
i. Biography
In Margaret River, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay are the raw materials that define Glenn Goodall’s work at Xanadu Wines. Across decades in the region, the vineyard has stayed central to the style: the fruit is handled with restraint in the winery, and that balance is what led to his being named Halliday Wine Companion Winemaker of the Year in 2023.
The Path
University of Adelaide provided Glenn Goodall’s formal grounding before the work became entirely about precision and place. Since 2006, he has held the Senior Winemaker role at Xanadu Wines, a position that has anchored his long tenure there.
The Work Today
Since 2006, Goodall has served as Senior Winemaker at Xanadu Wines in Margaret River, Australia. At the winery, Goodall describes the method in plain terms: "It's always been a 'keep it simple' approach in the winery, and to invest plenty of time in the vineyard." The craft emphasis sits clearly in that line. The vineyard gets the time; the cellar supports what the season has already given.
Career - Senior Winemaker — Xanadu Wines, Margaret River, Australia (2006–present) Education: University of Adelaide
Signature
Glenn's signature wines include Black Label, Steven's Road, Reserve, Steven's Road Chardonnay, and Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.
In Their Words “It's always been a 'keep it simple' approach in the winery, and to invest plenty of time in the vineyard.”
Acclaim
Glenn's honors include Winemaker of the Year (2023) and Prime Minister's Trophy for wine of show at the National Wine Show.
FAQ What is Glenn Goodall's current role? As of 2026, Glenn Goodall is Senior Winemaker of Xanadu Wines. Where did Glenn Goodall train or study? Glenn Goodall trained at University of Adelaide. What recognition has Glenn Goodall received? Winemaker of the Year (2023).
