In 1976, father and son Michael and Sydney Back defied the odds (and the law) by bootlegging chardonnay vines from Europe to South Africa in a suitcase! This sneaky act resulted in 60,000 chardonnay vines on South African soil – and, 49 years later, the duo’s legacy thrives.
Our pick this week:
Backsberg Smuggled Vines Chardonnay
R199.99, Woolworths
Why we love it:
Aptly named, Backsberg Smuggled Vines Chardonnay pays tribute to Michael and Sydney Back’s daring feat. The wine is rich with citrus, marzipan and vanilla flavours, and embodies the bold spirit of its creation. It’s a fitting tribute to a story of passion, courage and innovation.
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