TO CREATE WINES OF EXCELLENCE AND DIFFERENCE
OUR PHILOSOPHY
At Perdeberg we strive to supply the world market with the best quality wines at any given price point. We aim to be a complete solution to any customer through our supply network of grapes and wines. We value long-term relationships and seek to establish valuable, multi-faceted connections beyond the standard.
OUR STORY
1940
WINE FARMERS
OF PAARDEBERG
region grew dissatisfied with the low prices they were getting for their premium quality grapes.
1940
WINE FARMERS
OF PAARDEBERG
region grew dissatisfied with the low prices they were getting for their premium quality grapes.
1941/2
JAN ROSSOUW
an astute local farmer, suggested local farmers begin producing their own wine and Perdeberg Cellar was born. The first grapes were manually pressed in 1942.
1941/2
JAN ROSSOUW
an astute local farmer, suggested local farmers begin producing their own wine and Perdeberg Cellar was born. The first grapes were manually pressed in 1942.
1944
THE FIRST PERDEBERG MANAGEMENT TEAM
consisted of the pioneers behind the establishment of Perdeberg. They served as our first board and management team: P. Dreyer (Winemaker), D. Rossouw (Secretary), W. Lubbe (Director), J. Rossouw (Managing Director), S. Dreyer (Chairman), S. Du Toit (Director), H Rabie (Director) and G. Blake (Contractor).
1944
THE FIRST PERDEBERG MANAGEMENT TEAM
consisted of the pioneers behind the establishment of Perdeberg. They served as our first board and management team: P. Dreyer (Winemaker), D. Rossouw (Secretary), W. Lubbe (Director), J. Rossouw (Managing Director), S. Dreyer (Chairman), S. Du Toit (Director), H Rabie (Director) and G. Blake (Contractor).
1956
JOSEPH HUSKISSON
played a pivotal role in modernizing Perdeberg’s winemaking methods and creating a culture of excellence. He was appointed as the first full-time winemaker and made Perdeberg the second
cellar in South Africa to use cold fermentation, importing other new technologies from Europe.
1956
JOSEPH HUSKISSON
played a pivotal role in modernizing Perdeberg’s winemaking methods and creating a culture of excellence. He was appointed as the first full-time winemaker and made Perdeberg the second
cellar in South Africa to use cold fermentation, importing other new technologies from Europe.
1990
ANOTHER PERDEBERG FIRST
With the winemaking process almost perfect, it was time to turn to the vineyards. The expertise of a viticulturist was called in to help choose the right cultivars and implement ideal grape growing and harvesting methods. This tactic proved so successful that we soon became the first winery in the area to employ a full-time viticulturist.
1990
ANOTHER PERDEBERG FIRST
With the winemaking process almost perfect, it was time to turn to the vineyards. The expertise of a viticulturist was called in to help choose the right cultivars and implement ideal grape growing and harvesting methods. This tactic proved so successful that we soon became the first winery in the area to employ a full-time viticulturist.
2005
THE ONE WITH THE ZEBRA
In 2005, Perdeberg entered the bottled wine market and we soon earned our stripes in the local and international awards arena. More importantly, this bold step brought us in direct contact with consumers – and allowed us to develop a demand for our product through an international distribution network within a short space of time.
2005
THE ONE WITH THE ZEBRA
In 2005, Perdeberg entered the bottled wine market and we soon earned our stripes in the local and international awards arena. More importantly, this bold step brought us in direct contact with consumers – and allowed us to develop a demand for our product through an international distribution network within a short space of time.
2013
THE DRY LAND COLLECTION
range was launched which one year later won Best Producer at the Michaelangelo Awards. This year also marked the launch of Joseph’s Legacy – an exclusive tribute that reflects the contribution of Joseph Huskisson in Perdeberg’s quality evolution.
2013
THE DRY LAND COLLECTION
range was launched which one year later won Best Producer at the Michaelangelo Awards. This year also marked the launch of Joseph’s Legacy – an exclusive tribute that reflects the contribution of Joseph Huskisson in Perdeberg’s quality evolution.
2014
BARREL MATURATION FACILITY
As our premium wine market continued to grow the need for a dedicated temperature controlled facility where wine could develop and mature in barrels, increased. The barrel cellar was built in 2014 and dedicated to Pieter du Toit, a director with a long-serving family history. These barrels are the nurturing vessels for our premium products, particularly where our Dry Land Collection wines are carefully crafted.
2014
BARREL MATURATION FACILITY
As our premium wine market continued to grow the need for a dedicated temperature controlled facility where wine could develop and mature in barrels, increased. The barrel cellar was built in 2014 and dedicated to Pieter du Toit, a director with a long-serving family history. These barrels are the nurturing vessels for our premium products, particularly where our Dry Land Collection wines are carefully crafted.
2015
ROSSOUW’S HERITAGE WAS LAUNCHED
In honour of Jan Rossouw, our founding father, we launched a special white blend to celebrate his contribution, resulting from the visionary steps taken in 1941.
2015
ROSSOUW’S HERITAGE WAS LAUNCHED
In honour of Jan Rossouw, our founding father, we launched a special white blend to celebrate his contribution, resulting from the visionary steps taken in 1941.
2016
75 YEARS OF WINEMAKING
In 2016, we celebrated 75 years of winemaking excellence in an old shed on the original farm of our founder Jan Rossouw. In the same year we launched our new, modern, public-friendly facilities to become a destination of choice in the winelands.
2016
75 YEARS OF WINEMAKING
In 2016, we celebrated 75 years of winemaking excellence in an old shed on the original farm of our founder Jan Rossouw. In the same year we launched our new, modern, public-friendly facilities to become a destination of choice in the winelands.
2021
80 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE
To mark this momentous occasion, Perdeberg celebrated its 80th anniversary with the release of its iconic wine, Rex Equus Limited Release Pioneer’s Blend. It was inspired by the 80 years of quality and excellence followed by the pioneers of Perdeberg. Although the wine is influenced by French flair and elegance, it is made from four Bordeaux cultivars and is as proudly South African as can be.
2021
80 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE
To mark this momentous occasion, Perdeberg celebrated its 80th anniversary with the release of its iconic wine, Rex Equus Limited Release Pioneer’s Blend. It was inspired by the 80 years of quality and excellence followed by the pioneers of Perdeberg. Although the wine is influenced by French flair and elegance, it is made from four Bordeaux cultivars and is as proudly South African as can be.
TODAY
Over the years, many a great wine has been crafted at Perdeberg Cellar, acclaimed by numerous awards both locally and internationally.
TODAY
Over the years, many a great wine has been crafted at Perdeberg Cellar, acclaimed by numerous awards both locally and internationally.
