Wine Brands
DGB has crafted world-class wines since 1990. As one of South Africa’s largest independent wine and spirit producers and distributors, our ever-growing stable of fine wine brands is a reflection of our nation’s diversity, heritage and authenticity. We pride ourselves on being stewards of innovation and sustainability and look for similar traits when selecting our hero brands.
Our hero brands are unique and tell the stories of the Cape Winelands and its finest vineyards. They have been thoughtfully selected and curated to form part of our collection. Each one is truly personable with its own characteristics and rich history.
As a proudly South African business, our passionate team is on a continuous quest to grow and nurture our hero brands so they can flourish. From vine to glass, DGB brings you the best of South African wine.
OUR HERO BRANDS
Boschendal
Established - 1685
Boschendal is a Cape Winelands icon. Our winemaking philosophy considers our tremendous natural heritage first and foremost. Our vision is to produce unique wines of individual character curating a signature elegance and finesse.
Bellingham
Established - 1693
As the stewards of innovation, the story of Bellingham is a tale of courage, determination and unwavering dedication to the land and vines. It is an odyssey richly coloured by the labours of passionate vintners, both past and present.
Franschhoek Cellar
Established - 1982
Franschhoek Cellar is home to an exquisite range of award-winning Methode Cap Classique wines. Our winemaker and chef have joined forces to create dazzling food and wine experiences showcasing our wines alongside famous cheeses and chocolates.
Fryer's Cove
Fryer’s Cove is the only vineyard within the Bamboes Bay ward. The vines of Fryer’s Cove dot the hillside 500 meters from where the cold Atlantic Ocean throws its breakers against the rocky shore. Fryer’s Cove wines have a distinct maritime flavour, hence our slogan ‘Forged of the earth, Tempered by the sea’.
Old Road Wine
We work hand in glove with the growers of these unique old vineyards, some of them more being 85 years old. As nature has done her part in providing us with these special grapes, it is now our turn to return the favour and do the work in the cellar to make sure each vintage is stand-out.
Backsberg
Leaders in sustainability.
As a winery of over 100 years, Backsberg’s philosophy remains to provide pleasure and enjoyment to a broad range of wine lovers by producing wines with not only structure and finesse, but also with a high level of drinkability.
Vineyard Friends
Great wine is made in the vineyard. Thats why we farm side by side with nature – not against it. After all, sustainable winemaking is a team effort. Made with an environmentally mindful approach, each Vineyard Friends wine is inspired by the unique creatures of the Cape and the special role they play in our winemaking story.
Brampton
Here’s the thing, we don’t have anything against conventional wines, we’re just not one of them. Our range of acclaimed urban wines, crafted in the heart of the Cape Winelands by a dynamic team of wine creatives. Our wines celebrate colourful thinking, doing, seeing, tasting, and living.
Gorgeous
Crafted in the traditional Methode Cap Classique style, Gorgeous Sparkling is superbly luscious in character yet refreshingly elegant and beautifully balanced. Both gorgeous in name and nature, it’s a must for any bubbly lover’s repertoire.
The Beachhouse
The Beachhouse is an inspirational range of our best wines born in South African vineyards and made with you in mind. Our easy going wines are expressive and uncomplicated inviting effortless enjoyment anywhere, anytime. Open up a bottle, close your eyes and get swept away to the blissful calm of the beachhouse.
Tall Horse
Tall Horse wines are for those who like to enjoy a good glass of quality vino, without all the nose-in-the-airness that seems to follow other wines around. We’re all for wines that are easier to drink than they are to pronounce (honestly, what’s more useless than the “t” in Merlot).
Mill Stream
Our Millstream wines are named after the art of milling flour using a grinding stone. Much in the same way a grinding stone refines, so does the vine transform the bountiful gifts of nature into the magic of our grapes. Our wines are made in an artisanal manner, with the utmost care taken to produce wines respectful of the grapes from which they were made. These swingingly delicious fruity wines will ferry you on a nostalgic journey back to a time when life was slower and simpler, to carefree days filled with happy moments.
Douglas Green
Established - 1942
The Douglas Green winemaking team is true to tradition. Still modern and innovative in their dedication to creating lifestyle wines true to the needs of our local and international markets and our promise of “Cape Wine at its best”
The Saints Wines
They’re not just your friends… They’re your funny, your crazy, your secret diary, your dreams, your reality check, your courage, your heart and you wouldn’t swap that for anything.
Our kind of Saints.
Ribshack Red
A full bodied juicy red wine with rich, ripe dark berry flavours. This is a bold and expressive blend that balances the best of both Pinotage and Shiraz varietals. Perfectly paired with any red meat whether at a BBQ for easy social sipping around the fire or ultimate enjoyment with a sizzling steak or sticky ribs.
St Augustine
Established - 1948
In 1948, Douglas Green created his first and finest red blend and named it in honour of Africa’s first saint, St Augustine. This classic Cape blend of Shiraz, Pinotage and Cabernet Sauvignon bursts with soft mulberry, plums and black cherries on the nose, followed by delicately layered spicy oak and rich mocha.
The Cattleman's Club
Quality time with good friends is made even more memorable with this quality red. Inspired by the legendary Cattlemanʼs Club, it pays homage to the group of horsemen who would ride off together to share stories over good food and great wine.
Ribshack Red
A full bodied juicy red wine with rich, ripe dark berry flavours. This is a bold and expressive blend that balances the best of both Pinotage and Shiraz varietals. Perfectly paired with any red meat whether at a BBQ for easy social sipping around the fire or ultimate enjoyment with a sizzling steak or sticky ribs.
St Augustine
Established - 1948
In 1948, Douglas Green created his first and finest red blend and named it in honour of Africa’s first saint, St Augustine. This classic Cape blend of Shiraz, Pinotage and Cabernet Sauvignon bursts with soft mulberry, plums and black cherries on the nose, followed by delicately layered spicy oak and rich mocha.
St Augustine
Established - 1948
In 1948, Douglas Green created his first and finest red blend and named it in honour of Africa’s first saint, St Augustine. This classic Cape blend of Shiraz, Pinotage and Cabernet Sauvignon bursts with soft mulberry, plums and black cherries on the nose, followed by delicately layered spicy oak and rich mocha.
