Since 1905 four generations of Van Veldens have nurtured the vines and meticulously crafted wine at Overgaauw. In April 2007 when fourth generation winemaker David stepped into the winemaking shoes he wanted to introduce a range of wines that would be more accessible and friendly than the classic Overgaauw range, but still with the quality that the estate is known for.

David made three wines, a white, rosé and red, but still needed a name, a name that would tell a story and reflect the soul of Overgaauw and its people. The family got together and the unanimous decision was "Shepherd's Cottage". The reason ...

The Shepherd's Cottage at Overgaauw was originally built in the late 1700's to house the local Shepherd. It is a small quaint humble home, with thick old white washed walls and small windows which are protected by green shutters, each with a heart carved out in its centre. The last two generations of the van Velden's newly wed children have had the privilege of calling this cottage their home for the first few years of their married life. David and Nicole who were married on 8 December 2007 are the current newly weds living at the cottage.

The three wines in their fresh 'accessible' screw cap packaging celebrate the warmth, commitment and love shared in the old 18th century Shepherd's Cottage. So while they are created for the new generation who require accessible wines and instant gratification it is also a generation who deep down, still values, warmth commitment and love.

When next you visit Overgaauw's cellar door and taste the selection of wines you will be facing a wall on which you'll see the photos of the Shepherd's Cottage brides. If you ask your hostess Suzanne, who happens to be one of these brides she might just tell you all about them.

"Wines with heart...at home wherever you are."

The Wines are made from grapes grown on the deep weathered granite soils on the south facing vineyards of Overgaauw, cooled by the afternoon sea breezes from False Bay. Meticulous viticultural practices and the dedicated Van Velden winemaking legacy that David has passionately embraced, ensures that these fruity accessible and drinkable wines still carry the classic Overgaauw signature.

Shepherd's Cottage Chardonnay,Semillon,Chenin Blanc.
Crisp refreshing fruity and dry with flavours of tropical fruit, enriched with herbaceous nuances.

Shepherd's Cottage Pinotage Rosé
Refreshingly crisp and medium dry (6g/l) with delicate red berry flavours that linger on the palate.

Shepherd's Cottage Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot
Voluptuous soft and round with rich black berry fruit flavours and a hint of chocolate.