Josip Babich

Josip Petrov Babich (23 October 1895 – 22 August 1983) was a New Zealand gum-digger, winemaker and farmer. He was born in Runović, Dalmatia, Cisleithania, Austria-Hungary, on 23 October 1895. Babich founded Babich Wines. He was the father of Joe Babich, who followed him in leading the company.

He was a keen gardener, beekeeper, and photographer.