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DGB acquires majority shareholding in Backsberg
Photo Caption: Simon and Michael Back, previous owners of Backsberg Wine Estate, with Tim Hutchinson, executive Chairman of DGB.
By SA Wine Industry · 3 min read
Backsberg Family Wines Harvest Report 2025
Alicia Rechner, Backsberg's veteran winemaker now in her 30th harvest season, rolls it between her fingers before popping the small, oval fruit into her mouth to taste it - a decisive moment where numbers and measurements give way to experience and artistry.
By SA Wine Industry · 6 min read
Backsberg Family Wines | Harvest Report 2026
The Franschhoek Valley wakes slowly in summer, light arriving softly before the heat of the day sets in. But in 2026, the vineyards didn't wait. A hot, windswept December brought the season forward and by 21 January, the first fruit - Citrus Hill Chardonnay - was already arriving at the cellar.
By SA Wine Industry · 4 min read
Backsberg - a commitment to continuous transfer of knowledge
Front: Janika, Noeleen, Lydia, Nomine, Miena and Somila. Middle: Alicia, Shana and Lindiswa. Back: Riaan, Griffen, Henry, Brian, Jonathan (Johnny), Reagan, Mayo
By Santi Basson · 3 min read
Backsberg's 'Let it Grow' campaign: high quality wine meets low environmental impact
Apart from being known for their commitment to producing top quality wines with structure, finesse and a high level of drinkability, Backsberg Estate Cellars is
By Anton Pretorius · 5 min read
To compete or not
If entered strategically, wine competitions can be a tool to promote quality wines. The pro’s and cons of competitions were scrutinised at a Rootstock session l
By Sandile · 3 min read
The millennial effect on wine marketing
The generation born in the information age challenges marketers with its new way of thinking. How should it influence a new way of marketing wine?
By Elona Hesseling · 5 min read
SA rosé keeps on rocking
Rosé Rocks!' is South Africa’s first dedicated rosé wine competition which seeks to recognise excellence in rosé winemaking and promote the SA Rosé category.
By Bernard Mocke · 2 min read
SA wine legend Spatz Sperling passes away
Michael Hans ‘Spatz’ Sperling has passed away, but this local legend leaves those close to him and the wine industry with a legacy spanning more than six decade
By Carlin Cloete · 2 min read
Harlequin beetle - the Waterloo for South African wines?
In this study, the seasonal occurrence of the harlequin beetle (Harmonia axyridis) was monitored in four vineyards and the adjacent windbreaks over three growin
By Doronae · 4 min read
