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Overgaauw Estate

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Overgaauw Estate
Phone +27 21 881-3815
Fax +27 21 881-3436
eMail info@overgaauw.co.za
URL www.overgaauw.co.za
Address P.O. Box 3
Stellenboschkloof Road
Vlottenburg
7604
South Africa

a Wine Estate of distinction ...

When asked: "Which one of your wines is your favourite?" David replied: "You can just as well ask me which one of my children I love the most....."
David van Velden sr.

"You can't make a good wine if you're impatient."
Braam van Velden

"Sampling wines like Chateaux Angelus and Petrus, Chevel Blanc and from Vouvray is a very humbling, but also inspiring experience. But then I can say exactly the same of the 1970 Overgaauw Cabernet I tasted last year. It is still showing amazing colour, fruit and structure after all these years. And best of all I could share it with my grandfather who made it."
David van Velden jun., August 2005

Overgaauw a wine estate of distinction was founded by Abraham van Velden in 1905 on land, owned by his family since 1783, in the Stellenbosch Kloof. For the past century the Van Veldens have produced acclaimed wines at Overgaauw, making it one of the oldest family run estates in the area.

The estate's 70ha of south facing vineyards are planted on deep weathered granite soils, cooled by sea breezes from False Bay, providing the ideal microclimate for the cultivation of noble grape varieties. Meticulous viticultural practices including varietal site selection and low yields ensure that only the very best grapes are used for Overgaauw wines. These are vinified in the renovated and expanded old cellar, fusing modern winemaking techniques with 100 years of experience. Very few things remain exceptional for four generations, but Overgaauw's wines have done just that.

A proud family tradition of producing quality wines and one of the most beautiful settings in the Cape make Overgaauw Wine Estate well worth a visit.
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Overgaauw Chenin Blanc 2008 Overgaauw Chenin Blanc 2008
The dream of making a Chenin Blanc that reflects its unique Overgaauw origins and true varietal identity has been realized in this wine. The wineâ??s racy freshness, tropical fruit aromas and whiffs of guava, follow through onto a mouth filling palate with hints of the minerality, that is so distinctive of Overgaauwâ??s terroir. A crisp finish is complimented by a lingering fruity aftertaste.
Alc: 13.0  RS: 2.69  pH: 3.3  TA: 6.62  VA:  SO2:  FSO2:
Overgaauw Semillon 2008 Overgaauw Semillon 2008
The relatively cool and slow ripening conditions on Overgaauw due to the absence of the warm south easterly winds, have contributed greatly to the combination of fresh herbaceous, passionfruit, grapefruit and waxy aromas of this wine. These flavours are all present on the palate and continue onto a pleasing aftertaste that lingers on after a crisp refreshing finish.
Alc: 13  RS: 1.72  pH: 3.2  TA: 5.64  VA:  SO2:  FSO2:
Overgaauw Sauvignon Blanc 2008 Overgaauw Sauvignon Blanc 2008
A wine rich in complexity, with aromas of green apple, pear, lime, pineapple and a touch of minerality. The aromas follow through onto a well balanced palate offering an elegant refreshing and crisp finish with a lingering aftertaste of enticing tropical fruits, green apple the typical Overgaauw minerality.
Alc: 13.0  RS: 4.36  pH: 3.43  TA: 7.43  VA:  SO2:  FSO2:
Overgaauw Tria Corda 2005 Overgaauw Tria Corda 2005
A full bodied Bordeaux style blend produced only in the best years. Seductively perfumed with cassis, raspberry, cedar and a touch of spice and minerals the wine follows through with a silky, balanced palate with fine ripe tannins and a long concentrated finish.

Note about past vintages:
A combination of first and second-fill oak was used until 1994, followed by 100% new wood until 2004. Since then we have returned to the combination of new and second fill, to allow the wine to express its unique terroir origins.
Alc: 14.0  RS: 2.1  pH: 3.62  TA: 5.7  VA:  SO2:  FSO2:
Overgaauw Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 Overgaauw Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
The deep-colour and intensity draws you into this complex wine with its dark plum core and intriguing layers of roasted spice, a mélange of red and black berry fruit and a full rich round palate. The 18 months spent in French oak barrels imparts a luxurious elegance.
Alc: 14.0  RS: 3.02  pH: 3.57  TA: 5.99  VA:  SO2:  FSO2: