WINEMAKING
Making fine wine an everyday pleasure
OUR WINEMAKER:
ALICIA RECHNER
Of course, we would be unable to achieve this seamless balance without a key individual, Alicia Rechner – Backsberg’s head winemaker.
Alicia first entered the Backsberg cellar doors in 2002 and even after several years at the helm, she notes that each and every harvest is something special. She terms herself “a technical winemaker who prefers the chemistry to be spot on”. Her style is simple and logical.
WINEMAKING
PHILOSOPHY
Backsberg’s winemaking philosophy can be expressed simply: we aim to provide enjoyment in each and every glass. Emphasis is placed on soil health and gentle handling of the grapes to retain the specific fruit character of each cultivar. For us, the true test of whether or not we have met market demand lies in the word ‘drinkability’. Our wines are seamlessly integrated – tannins, acids, alcohol, sweetness and oak maturation all come together in perfect harmony.
Sustainably crafted since 1916.
WINEMAKING
PHILOSOPHY
Backsberg’s winemaking philosophy can be expressed simply: we aim to provide enjoyment in each and every glass. Emphasis is placed on soil health and gentle handling of the grapes to retain the specific fruit character of each cultivar. For us, the true test of whether or not we have met market demand lies in the word ‘drinkability’. Our wines are seamlessly integrated – tannins, acids, alcohol, sweetness and oak maturation all come together in perfect harmony.
OUR WINEMAKER:
ALICIA RECHNER
Of course, we would be unable to achieve this seamless balance without a key individual, Alicia Rechner – Backsberg’s head winemaker and master brandy distiller.
Alicia first entered the Backsberg cellar doors in 2002 and even after several years at the estate, she notes that each and every harvest is something special. She terms herself “a technical winemaker who prefers the chemistry to be spot on”. Her style is simple and logical.
