Overgaauw is a wine estate of distinction situated on south facing slopes overlooking the Stellenbosch Valley. Deep granite soils and cool sea breezes enable the ideal cultivation of noble grape varieties. The resultant wines are nurtured to perfection by the inherited passion and experience of four generations of Van Velden Winemakers.

A full bodied Cape Blend with an intense dark claret colour. A wine with loads of sweet berry and pepper flavours in balance with new French oak. This wine is big in structure, although with supple, strong tannins ensuring a long after taste with a refreshing acidity. A wine that will age well in the bottle for 12 – 15 years. An ideal match with game dishes, red meat, pork and spicy foods.

Varietals: 36% Pinotage, 28% Cabernet Sauvignon & 36% Merlot.

Colour: Dark Ruby red colour with bright edges.

Bouquet: Upfront Dark fruit combines well Spicy/cedar oak aromas at the end.

Tasting notes: Intense blackberry, cassis and plum flavours upon entry with delicate spice and cedar aromas from the new French oak. A big structured, well rounded and elegantly balanced Cape blend. Hints of mocha and dark chocolate compliment a great finish. This wine will age well for 10 – 15 years. An ideal match for lamb shank, oxtail or a South African game potjie.

The House of Imbuko brings you wines crafted with care & deication, creating a legaacy for future generations. The van Zijl range of signature wines pays homage to a prout heritage and rich family tradition.

An elegant wine with tones of roasted coffee beans and coco.  Good structure with an elegant finish. The perfect accompaniment to roast venison and dark chocolate mousse.