Backsberg wins platinum and gold at 2025 Decanter Awards

Monday, 23 June, 2025
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Backsberg The Patriarch and Family Tree Smuggled Vines Chardonnay won platinum and gold medals at this year's Decanter Awards.

Backsberg The Patriarch 2022: Platinum – 97 points | The Patriarch 2021: Gold – 95 points

We are delighted to announce that Backsberg's crown jewel, The Patriarch Cabernet Franc 2022, has achieved the pinnacle of acclaim by receiving Platinum (97 Points) by Decanter.
It's prior vintage, 2021 has also achieved Gold (95 Points)

Crafted exclusively in exceptional vintages from our finest vineyards, this collector's gem is destined for aging, perfect for celebrating life's milestones.

This wine reigns supreme in our line up, and delivers extraordinary flavour as well as years of legacy.

Family Tree Smuggled Vines Chardonnay 2024: Gold – 95 points

Further celebrations are in order! The Family Tree Smuggled Vines 2024 was awarded Gold (95 Points) in this year’s Decanter Wine Awards.

In 1976, Michael and Sydney Back embarked on a daring journey, smuggling Chardonnay buds into South Africa in a suitcase. Today, we raise a glass to their audacious spirit with this Chardonnay, celebrating their tenacity.

The Family Tree range celebrates the Backsberg legacy, honouring the people and places integral to our story. This accolade is a proud tribute to the craftsmanship in every bottle.

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Backsberg The Patriarch 2022
Backsberg The Patriarch 2022

Backsberg The Patriarch 2021
Backsberg The Patriarch 2021

Backsberg Family Tree Smuggled Vines Chardonnay 2024
Backsberg Family Tree Smuggled Vines Chardonnay 2024

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