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	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 wine'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 Overgaauw's terroir. A crisp finish is complimented by a lingering fruity aftertaste. Alc: 13 RS: 2.69 pH: 3.3 TA: 6.62

	Overgaauw Chardonnay 2009 The grapes for this wine are from a single vineyard on the estate delivering fruit with a typical citrus character. Starting with its beautiful lime-tinged colour, the wine offers a mélange of citrus and crisp pineapple aromas with a touch of fresh biscuit that follows through onto a complimenting, mouth filling palate. The citrus and pineapple continue on the aftertaste with a pleasant zing on the finish. The subtle oaking albeit 100% wood fermented in French barriques plus a lengthy lees contact, places the fruit centre stage. The resulting buttered melba-toast effect adds a silky texture to this delicious crispy drinkable wine that has the potential to age for another 2-5 years. Alc: 14 RS: 1.8 pH: 3.58 TA: 6.6

	Overgaauw Chardonnay 2007 Veritas 2008 - Bronze Starting with its beautiful lime-tinged colour, this wine offers a malange of citrus and stone fruit aromas with a touch of fresh biscuit that follow through onto a complimenting, mouth filling palate with a crisp citrus zing on the aftertaste. The oaking is very subtle and well-judged from French barrique fermentation and long lees contact, to place the fruit centre stage. The resulting buttered melba-toast effect adds a silky texture to the delicious crispy drinkability. Alc: 13.06 RS: 1.8 pH: 3.58 TA: 6.6

	Overgaauw Sauvignon Blanc 2010 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

	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

	Overgaauw Sauvignon Blanc 2007 Veritas 2007 - Gold Medal The single vineyard Sauvignon Blanc grapes, picked at optimum ripeness with an amazing natural high acid produced a wine rich in complexity, with aromas of green peppers, asparagus, lime, pineapple and a touch of minerality. The aromas follow through onto a well balanced palate offering an elegant refreshing and crisp finish and a lingering aftertaste of enticing tropical fruits. Alc: 13.5 RS: 5.51 pH: 3.20 TA: 7.4

	Overgaauw Sauvignon Blanc 2006 4 star Wine Magazine Nov 2006 This is a distinctly dry white wine with a combination of green peppers, lime and asparagus aromas which finishes with a refreshing and crisp aftertaste. This single-vineyard wine was made from grapes grown at 175m above sea level. The fruit was picked at different stages of ripeness to ensure a spectrum of flavours. Alc: 12.0 RS: 2.75 pH: 3.9 TA: 6.3

	Overgaauw Sauvignon Blanc 2005 This is a distinct dry white with a combination of green pepper, lime and asparagus aromas which finishes with a refreshing and crisp aftertaste. The fruit was picked at different stages of ripeness to ensure a spectrum of flavours. Alc: 12.0 RS: 2.75 pH: 3.9 TA: 6.3

	Overgaauw Sauvignon Blanc 2003 A distinctive dry white wine with a combination of fig, greenpepper and asparagus aromas. Fresh, crisp and balanced aftertaste with hints of pineapple and lemon. Alc: 12.7 RS: 2.5 pH: 3.4 TA: 6.4

	Overgaauw Sylvaner 2008 First produced in 1971, our Sylvaner is still unique in South Africa. This wine is refreshing and medium-bodied with aromas of pear, apricot, white fleshed peach and small traces of floral and spice notes. The fruit follows through onto the palate with a pleasingly crisp, lingering finish. This is a wine that can be enjoyed on any occasion. It also has amazing ageing potential. Alc: 13 RS: 2.1 g/l pH: 3.57 TA: 5.8 g/l

	Overgaauw Sylvaner 2007 First produced in 1971, Overgaauw's Sylvaner is still unique in South Africa. A refreshing, medium-bodied wine with traces of spicy and fresh tropical fruit, followed by a delightfully crisp, lingering finish. This is a wine that can be enjoyed on any occasion. Alc: 13 RS: 4 pH: 3.25 TA: 6.2

	Overgaauw Sylvaner 2006 3½ stars John Platter Wine Guide 2007 Overgaauw's Sylvaner is unique in South Africa since 1971. A delightful wine with melon, pineapple and dried peach aromas which follows through on the palate. The wine finishes with a spicy (ginger) and lingering mouth feel. Alc: 11.5 RS: 4.65 pH: 3.17 TA: 5.73

	Overgaauw Sylvaner 2005 Unique in South Africa since 1971. A delightful wine showing traces of spice and fresh fruit aromas. This Sylvaner is medium-bodied with a lingering finish of dried peaches and melon. Alc: 11.5 RS: 4.29 pH: 3.65 TA: 5.79

	Overgaauw Sylvaner 2002 Unique in South Africa since 1971. A crisp, fruity off-dry white wine that shows traces of melon/greenfig/applegreen flavours. This off-dry white wine has a well-balanced, spicy aftertaste. A refreshing summerdrink or starter, Sylvaner is a wine for many occasions. This wine also matures well. Alc: 12.5 RS: 4.3 pH: 3.6 TA: 6.0

	Overgaauw Sylvaner 2003 Unique in South Africa since 1971. A crisp dry white wine that shows traces of melon, litchi, muscat and dried peach flavours that follows through on the palate. The wine finishes with a spicy (ginger) and lingering mouth feel. It is a product that can be enjoyed at many occasions and it also has good ageing potential. Alc: 13.4 RS: 2.7 pH: 3.4 TA: 6.0

	Overgaauw Sylvaner 2001 Unique in South Africa since 1971. A crisp off-dry white wine that shows traces of peach/melon/granadilla aromas. A fresh, fruity white wine with a well-balanced, spicy aftertaste. A wine for many occassions. Alc: 12.5 RS: 4.75 pH: 3.51 TA: 5.51

	Overgaauw Chardonnay 2010 Starting with its beautiful lime-tinged pale gold colour, the wine offers a mélange of citrus, crisp pineapple and honey suckle aromas with a touch of fresh biscuit that follows through onto a complimenting, mouth filling palate. The citrus and pineapple continue on the aftertaste with a pleasant zing on the finish. The well integrated oaking albeit 100% wood fermented in French barriques plus a lengthy lees contact, places the fruit centre stage. The resulting buttered melba-toast effect adds a silky texture to this delicious crispy drinkable wine that has the potential to age for another 2-5 years. Alc: 14 RS: 1.8g/l pH: 3.58 TA: 6.6g/l

	Overgaauw Chardonnay 2006 3½ stars John Platter Wine Guide 2007 Starting with its beautiful lime-tinged colour, the overall character of this wine is citrus based, a lemon-preserve perfume and flavour, nuanced by a tantalizing whiff of lavender. The oaking is subtle and well-judged, from French barriques fermentation and long lees contact, to place the fruit centre stage. The resulting buttered melba-toast effect adds a silky texture to the delicious crispy drinkability. Alc: 13.5 RS: 1.98 pH: 3.7 TA: 6.7

	Overgaauw Touriga Nacional Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 This fruit driven blend magnifies the attributes of each of the varieties, offering aromas and flavours of rich ripe plums, dark berries, a touch of violets and spice. Succulent full and round on the palate with soft fine tannins that offer a pleasant grip on the finish complimenting the lengthy fruit driven aftertaste. Alc: 14.8 RS: 3.72 pH: 3.72 TA: 5.6

	Overgaauw Tria Corda 2006 A full bodied Bordeaux style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%) and Merlot (40%). The Tria Corda blend usually includes Cabernet Franc (hence the Tria) but the 2006 Cabernet Franc’s quality did not live up to the Tria Corda quality standards, and was hence omitted. This wine is 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. The 18 months in small French oak barrels which ensures at least 10 years ageing potential is complemented by the wine’s brilliant fruit. Alc: 14 RS: 3.8 pH: 3.53 TA: 5.6

	Overgaauw Tria Corda 2004 *4 rating in Wine Magazine** A Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (65%), Merlot (34%) and Cabernet Franc (1%) produced only in the best years. Seductively perfumed with ripe red berries and cassis, cedar and hints of chocolate, the wine follows through with a silky, balanced palate and long concentrated finish. The serious oaking and 10 year ageing potential is masked by the wineâ€™s svelte charm. Alc: 14.0 RS: 2.2 pH: 3.5 TA: 6.0

	Overgaauw Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 Veritas 2008 - Bronze 2008 International Wine & Spirit Competition - Silver 4.5 John Platter Wine Guide 2007 The deep-colour and intensity draws you into this complex wine with its dark plum core and intriguing layers of roasted spice, a malange 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: 14.00 RS: 3.02 pH: 3.57 TA: 5.99

	Overgaauw Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 4.5 John Platter Wine Guide 2007 The deep-colour and intensity draws you in to this complex wine with its dark plum core and intriguing layers of roasted spice, meat-extract and lead pencil minerality. Although it is already accessible, the firm but ripe tannins give it the structure for 7 to 15 years cellaring, when it will reach its full potential. Alc: 14.0 RS: 2.4 pH: 3.48 TA: 6.0

	Overgaauw Chardonnay 2005 - SOLD OUT Full-flavoured, with attractive interleavings of melon, peach and citrus peel. The French barrique fermentation and long lees contact add a melba-toast richness and creamy texture to the mouth-feel. Well constructed, dry and with crisp acidity, it is a perfect food partner, with the potential to age another 2 years. Alc: 13.5 RS: 1.98 pH: 3.7 TA: 6.7

	Shepherds Cottage Sauvignon-Merlot 2008 A 55/45 blend, with the Cabernet Sauvignon offering structure and rich black berry and perfumed flavours. While the Merlot adds ripe juicy black cherry truffle flavours with hints of violets. A voluptuous, juicy, generous, smooth textured wine, with fine ripe tannins designed for immediate enjoyment and up to 5 years ageing. Alc: 14 RS: 3.8 pH: 3.6 TA: 5.48

	Overgaauw Merlot 2009 The Overgaauw Merlot is still made in its original ’Cape European’ style. David selects certain pockets within the vineyard showing great fruit concentration reflecting the uniqueness of Overgaauw’s Merlot. It is a well structured, medium bodied wine with a rich combination of sumptuous black cherry fruit, hints of celeriac, dark mocha chocolate and elegant spicy oak notes from the 18 months in French oak barrels. The fine but firm tannins are complimented by a mouth filling fruity and lingering complexity. While this Merlot can be enjoyed now it invites another 7 years in the bottle when it should reveal a pleasant surprise to those with patience. Decant this wine 2 hours prior for optimum enjoyment. Alc: 14.0 RS: 2.1 pH: 3.68 TA: 5.8
	Overgaauw Merlot 2006 The Overgaauw Merlot is still made in its original 'Cape European' style. A well structured, medium bodied wine with a rich combination of sumptuous black cherry, raspberry, dark chocolate and oak spice notes, fine but firm tannins and a mouth filling lingering complexity. While it can be enjoyed now it invites at least another 5 years in the bottle, but will reveal a pleasant surprise for those with patience. Alc: 14.14 RS: 3.8 pH: 3.54 TA: 5.3

	Overgaauw Merlot 2005 Still proudly the first single varietal Merlot ever bottled in South Africa the Overgaauw Merlot has retained its originalCape Europeanâ style. A well-structured, medium-bodied wine with a rich combination of black cherry, floral and oak spice notes, fine tannins and a mouth filling lingering complexity. While it can be enjoyed now it invites at least another 5 years in the bottle. Alc: 14 RS: 2.1 pH: 3.54 TA: 6.1

	Overgaauw Merlot 2004 4.5 stars John Platter wine Guide 2007 The 1982 vintage of Overgaauw Merlot was the first wine of this variety to be bottled in South Africa. The wine reflects optimum vineyard and cellar care. Powerful dark berry fruit tones resulting from the berry's perfect condition and ripeness, has married well with the delicate savoury spice, from the extended oak maturation. While the juicy lively medium bodied palate is designed for drinking pleasure, this elegant wine has a misleading accessibility and has the backbone to age for up to 5 years. Alc: 14.0 RS: 2.4 pH: 3.46 TA: 6.1

	Overgaauw Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 Veritas 2008 - Bronze 2008 International Wine & Spirit Competition - Silver 4.5 John Platter Wine Guide 2007 The deep-colour and intensity draws you into this complex wine with its dark plum core and intriguing layers of roasted spice, a malange 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: 14.00 RS: 3.02 pH: 3.57 TA: 5.99

	Overgaauw Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 This product pays tribute to the exceptional 2003 vintage on the estate. As the 2002 vintage did not meet Overgaauw's standards, no Cabernet Sauvignon was released that year. This Cabernet Sauvignon shows complexity with deep layers of black plums, cassis and savoury-smoky spice, even hints of minerality. Well-crafted and given the significant oak credentials to age for another 7 to 15 years, its fine-grained, ripe tannins nevertheless make it accessible now. A handsome, muscular wine. Alc: 14.0 RS: 2.19 pH: 3.62 TA: 6.1

	Overgaauw Chardonnay 2003 John Platter - 4 stars Crisp green-gold colour. Well balanced dry white wine with good intergration of tighter grain oak to compliment the typical Chardonnay peach-lemon bouquet with a butterscotch after taste. Alc: 13.4 RS: 1.9 pH: 3.5 TA: 6.5

	Overgaauw Merlot 2003 The 1982 vintage of Overgaauw Merlot was the first wine of this variety to be bottled in South Africa. A serious wine, despite its immediate juicy raspberry, chocolate and wood-spice appeal. The meaty undertones and firm backbone attest to the careful construction and promise of 5 or more years ageing. Sleek, smooth-textured and showcasing an array of red fruits, it is already drinking beautifully. Note about past vintages All the initial vines have been replaced with virus-free material. The clones now used give more pronounced varietal flavours than in past years. Alc: 14.0 RS: 2.51 pH: 3.65 TA: 5.36

	Shepherd's Cottage Chenin Blanc Chardonnay A very enjoyable light crisp and refreshing wine with each component of the blend contributing to the harmony of aromas and flavours found in this wine, including that of pear, pineapple and citrus. The aftertaste lingers and invites the second sip…. Alc: 12.5 RS: 3 pH: 3.6 TA: 6.86

	Shepherd's Cottage Chenin Blanc Chardonnay 2009 A very enjoyable crisp and refreshing wine with each component of the blend contributing to the harmony of aromas and flavours found in this wine, including that of pear, pineapple and citrus. The aftertaste lingers and invites the second sip... Alc: 13 RS: 1.6 pH: 3.44 TA: 5.9

	Shepherds Cottage Chenin Blanc/Semillon/Chardonnay 2008 A blend in which the characteristics of each of the varietals in the blend contribute to creating a complex multi dimensional wine, with aromas of pineapple, pear and herbaceous nuances. Crisp on the palate, complimented by refreshing tropical and herbaceous flavours. The aftertaste lingers and invites the second sip... Alc: 13 RS: 1.6 pH: 3.44 TA: 5.9

	Shepherds Cottage Chenin Blanc/Semillon/Chardonnay 2007 A blend in which the characteristics of each of the varietals in the blend contribute to creating a complex multi dimensional wine, with aromas of pineapple, pear and herbaceous nuances. Crisp on the palate, complimented by refreshing tropical and herbaceous flavours. The aftertaste lingers and invites the second sip. Alc: 13 RS: 4.59 pH: 3.33 TA: 6.59

	Shepherds Cottage Pinotage Rosé 2007 Veritas 2008 - Bronze Great care was taken to obtain a light fresh coloured Rosé. The wine displays the typical Pinotage red berry fruit aromas, which follows through onto a refreshing medium dry palate. This elegant Rosé desires to grace a table and keep company with those who appreciate a seriously enjoyable wine. Alc: 14 RS: 6.78 pH: 3.34 TA: 7.25

	Shepherds Cottage Pinotage Rosé 2008 Great care was taken to obtain a light fresh coloured rosé. The wine displays the typical Pinotage red berry, specially strawberry aromas, that follow through onto a refreshing light bodied medium-dry mouth filling palate with the fruit flavours lingering pleasantly on the aftertaste. This elegant rosé desires to grace a table and keep company with those who appreciate a seriously enjoyable wine. Alc: 12.5 RS: 6.3 pH: 3.19 TA: 6.8

	Shepherd's Cottage Sauvignon-Merlot 2009 A 55/45 blend, with the Cabernet Sauvignon offering structure and rich black berry and perfumed flavours. While the Merlot adds ripe juicy black cherry truffle flavours with hints of violets. A voluptuous, juicy, generous, smooth textured wine, with fine ripe tannins designed for immediate enjoyment and up to 5 years ageing. Alc: 14 RS: 3.8 pH: 3.6 TA: 5.48

	Shepherds Cottage Sauvignon-Merlot 2008 A 55/45 blend, with the Cabernet Sauvignon offering structure and rich black berry and perfumed flavours. While the Merlot adds ripe juicy black cherry truffle flavours with hints of violets. A voluptuous, juicy, generous, smooth textured wine, with fine ripe tannins designed for immediate enjoyment and up to 5 years ageing. Alc: 14 RS: 3.8 pH: 3.6 TA: 5.48

	Shepherds Cottage Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot 2006 A 50/50 blend, where Cabernet Sauvignon contributes the structure, rich black berry and licorice flavours while the Merlot adds juicy black cherry flavours with a hint of creamy chocolate. A voluptuous, juicy, generous, smooth textured wine, with fine ripe tannins designed for immediate enjoyment and up to 5 years ageing. Alc: 14.00 RS: 3.4 pH: 3.63 TA: 5.5

	Shepherds Cottage Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot 2005 A 60/40 blend, where Cabernet Sauvignon contributes rich black berry flavours and structure and the Merlot juicy black cherry flavours with a hint of chocolate. A voluptuous, generous, smoothtextured wine. Alc: 14.00 RS: 4.3 pH: 3.63 TA: 5.9

	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 RS: 2.1 pH: 3.62 TA: 5.7

	Overgaauw Tria Corda 2003 Veritas 2005 - Bronze A classical blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot and 1% Cabernet Franc gives this full bodied wine elegance and exceptional quality â€“ leaving a rich and smooth taste on the palate. Only the best grapes of the vintage were selected, blended and matured in new French oak barrels for 18 months. Alc: 14.0 RS: 2.2 pH: 3.5 TA: 6.0

	Overgaauw Tria Corda 2001 Veritas 2003 - Double Gold Wine of the Month - Best Bordeaux Red Blend Wood matured Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc blend. Full-bodied, velvety palate with black cherries. Maturation in 100% new French oak for 18 months adds to the elegance, complexity and exceptional quality of the wine. The Cabernet adds to the complexity and body, the Merlot adds to the fruit and a velvety finish and the Cabernet Franc supports the fruit and lingering aftertaste. Alc: 14.12 RS: 2.2 pH: 3.5 TA: 5.8

	Overgaauw Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 3.5 star John Platter Wine Guide 2007 An 80:20 blend where Shiraz contributes ripe cherry and red berry flavours, overlaid by savoury prosciutto notes, while Cabernet supplies structure. A warm-hearted, generous, velvety-textured wine, designed for immediate consumption and up to 5 years ageing, it has plenty of character. Alc: 14.5 RS: 2.52 pH: 3.58 TA: 5.69

	Overgaauw Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 Dark, bright colour, rich, smokey red fruit with a touch of chocolate and cherry. Velvety mouth feel. Alc: 14.43 RS: 2.4 pH: 3.6 TA: 5.9

	Overgaauw Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2001 Veritas 2003 - Double Gold A wood matured, seamless blend with supple red-berry flavours and smoky, peppery overtones. A wine that drinks well now. Alc: 13.58 RS: 2.1 pH: 3.37 TA: 5.9

	Overgaauw Merlot 2002 Overgaauw Merlot was the first wine of this variety bottled in South Africa. Matured in 100% French oak barrels. Soft structured wine with full cherry/raspberry aromas supported by red berry and a chocolaty finish. With bottle maturation, its velvety character will improve even further. Alc: 13.72 RS: 2.4 pH: 3.65 TA: 5.69

	Overgaauw Merlot 2001 John Platter - 4.5 stars Overgaauw Merlot was the first wine of this variety bottled in South Africa. A deep red, soft structured wine with full cherry/raspberry aromas and a touch of mint. Cabernet Sauvignon was blended to the Merlot to give a warmer palate. With bottle maturation, its velvety character will improve even further. Alc: 13.7 RS: 3.3 pH: 3.37 TA: 6.3

	Overgaauw Cabernet Sauvignon 2000 John Platter - 4.5 stars Decanter Magazine - 4 stars The 2000 vintage was exceptional for Cabernet Sauvignon on Overgaauw, producing healthy grapes with an abundance of fruit. This is a full-bodied wine with blackberry/mulberry aromas and hints of vanilla. The maturation in oak barrels adds to the complexity and future development of this wine. Probably one of our best Cabernet Sauvignons in the last decade. Big surrounding on the middle palate and soft grape tannins. Alc: 13.84 RS: 2.1 pH: 3.39 TA: 5.6

	Overgaauw Cabernet Sauvignon 2001 Veritas 2004 - Gold Veritas 2005 - Gold This classic, massive, full-bodied cabernet with a lengthy berried pallet, finishes with a typical cabernet profile supported by soft tannins. Alc: 14.0 RS: 2.19 pH: 3.62 TA: 6.1

	Overgaauw Pinotage Cabernet Franc 2000 John Platter - 4 stars A fruity dry red wine. Colour brilliant red. Medium bodied with cherry and raspberry flavours. Cab Franc character shows stronger and as the wine matures the Pinotage flavours will become more dominant. A lively fruit-driven palate with soft tannins. A wine for many occasions! Alc: 13.5 RS: 2.44 pH: 3.56 TA: 6.1

	Overgaauw Touriga Nacional Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 Exclusive to Makro This wine is a blend of 67% Touriga Nacional and 33% Cabernet Sauvignon. It is a wine that is beautifully poised with a dark intense colour, succulent, lengthy mulberry fruit, dark chocolate, a twist of violets, soft tannins and fine white pepper finish on the palate. Alc: 13.7 RS: 2.3 pH: 3.24 TA: 6.0

	Overgaauw Touriga Nacional Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 This fruit driven blend magnifies the attributes of each of the varieties, offering aromas and flavours of rich ripe plums, dark berries, a touch of violets and spice. Succulent full and round on the palate with soft fine tannins that offer a pleasant grip on the finish complimenting the lengthy fruit driven aftertaste. Alc: 14.8 RS: 3.72 pH: 3.72 TA: 5.6

	Overgaauw Touriga Nacional Cabernet Sauvignon 2001 It is a wine that is beautifully poised with a dark intense colour, succulent, lengthy mulberry fruit, dark chocolate, a twist of violets, soft tannins and fine white pepper finish on the pallet. Alc: 13.7 RS: 2.3 pH: 3.24 TA: 6.0

	Overgaauw Cabernet Sauvignon 1999 A full-bodied wood matured red wine with soft blackberry/mulberry aromas and hints of spice and vanilla. The wine is a typically strong Cabernet with brilliant colour, velvety texture with soft tannins. Alc: 13.3 RS: 2.4 pH: 3.66 TA: 6.5

	Overgaauw Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 A full-bodied wood matured red wine with smokey dimension and soft blackberry/malberry aromas. The wine is a typically strong Cabernet with brilliant colour, velvety texture with soft tannins. Maturation in new oak for eighteen months adds to the complexity and future development of this wine. Alc: 12.4 RS: 2.63 pH: 3.55 TA: 6.22

	Overgaauw Chardonnay 2002 Crisp green-gold colour. Well balanced dry white wine with good integration of tighter grain oak to compliment the typical Chardonnay peach-lemon bouquet with a butterscotch after taste. The wine went partially through malolatic fermentation (80%) and spent a few months on its lees for further integration. The barrels were rolled every 2nd week to stir the lees, enriching the wine. Alc: 13.35 RS: 1.7 pH: 3.5 TA: 5.5

	Overgaauw Chardonnay 1999 Well balanced dry white wine with good intergration of oak to complement the typical Chardonnay peach-lemon bouquet. A bold wine with a honey-gold colour. Alc: 13.2 RS: 2.9 pH: 3.6 TA: 6.9

	Overgaauw Chardonnay 1998 Well balanced dry white wine with good intergration of tighter grain oak to compliment this Chardonnay. This makes the wine a very refined product. It has a pronounced and typical Chardonnay peach-lemon bouquet with promising fruity delectability. The wine went partially through malolactic fermentation and spend a few months on its lease for further intergration. The lease was stired up to enrich the wine. A bold wine with a crisp green-gold colour. Alc: 12.6 RS: 2.5 pH: 3.4 TA: 5.9

	Overgaauw Merlot 2000 Overgaauw Merlot was the first wine of this variety bottled in South Africa. A ruby tinted, soft structured wood matured red wine with strawberry/raspberry aromas. A touch of Cabernet Sauvignon was blended to the Merlot to give a warmer palate. With bottle maturation its velvety character will improve even further. Alc: 13.4 RS: 2.0 pH: 3.33 TA: 6.6

	Overgaauw Merlot 1999 Overgaauw Merlot was the first wine of this variety bottled in South Africa. This ruby tinted, rich wine was matured in 2nd fill barrels. A soft structured wood matured red wine with strawberry/raspberry aromas and a rich warm palate complementing the wine. With bottle maturation its velvety character will improve even further. Bottled in September 2000. Alc: 13.77 RS: 2.2 pH: 3.58 TA: 6.6

	Overgaauw Merlot 1998 Overgaauw Merlot was the first wine of this variety bottled in South Africa. This ruby tinted, rich wine was matured in 2nd fill barrels. A soft structured wood matured red wine with strawberry/raspberry characters with a rich fruity, succulent palet complementing the wine. With bottle maturation its velvety character will improve even further. Bottled in September 1999. Alc: 13.6 RS: 2.65 pH: 3.55 TA: 5.7

	Overgaauw Pinotage Cabernet Franc 1998 A fruity dry red wine. Medium bodied red with deep plum colour and ripe cherry flavours. Alc: 13.0 RS: 2.2 pH: 3.7 TA: 6.0

	Overgaauw Port 1998 Alc: 17.0 RS: 77.5 pH: 3.8 TA: 5.0

	Overgaauw Sauvignon Blanc 2002 A delicate, distinctive dry white wine. Crisp, tropical fruit, fig flavours and persistent grassiness. Fresh with a pleasing finish. The grapes for this wine were harvested riper to ensure a full typical varietal character in this dry and generous wine. An ideal wine with a meal. Alc: 13.5 RS: 1.9 pH: 3.3 TA: 6.3

	Overgaauw Sauvignon Blanc 2001 A delicate, distinctive fruity white wine. Crisp, tropical fruit and fig aromas with persistent grassiness. Very fresh with pleasing finish. The grapes for this wine were harvested at different stages of ripeness to ensure a typical character in this generous wine. The full fruity palate and crisp acidity ensures an ideal wine with a meal. Alc: 12.1 RS: 3.8 pH: 3.37 TA: 7.6

	Overgaauw Sauvignon Blanc 1999 A delecate, distinctive dry white wine. Salad greens and nettles character with insistent grassiness. Very fresh with pleasing finish. The grapes for this wine were harvested at different stages of ripeness to ensure a typical varietal character in this dry and generous wine. The full fruity palate and crisp acidity ensures an ideal wine with a meal. Alc: 12.3 RS: 3.4 pH: 3.12 TA: 6

	Overgaauw Sauvignon Blanc 1998 Alc: 11.8 RS: 3.5 pH: 3.15 TA: 6.4

	Overgaauw Tria Corda 2000 Full-bodied, velvety palate with black cherries. Maturation in 100% new French oak for 18 months adds to the elegance, complexity and exceptional quality of the wine. The Cabernet adds to the complexity and body, the Merlot adds to the fruit and a velvety finish and the Cabernet Franc supports the fruit and lingering. Bottled in September 2001. Alc: 13.0 RS: 2.1 pH: 3.3 TA: 6.3

	Overgaauw Tria Corda 1997 Woodmatured Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc blend. A full-bodied red which is rich and smooth on the palate. Maturation in 100% new french oak for 18 months adds to the elegance, complexity and exceptional quality of the wine. Alc: 12.8 RS: 1.7 pH: 3.65 TA: 6.08

	Overgaauw Tria Corda 1993 Alc: 12.5 RS: 2.1 pH: 3.5 TA: 5.9

	Overgaauw Vintage Port 1997 John Platter - 5 stars Juliet Cullinan Award Winner 2003 and 2004 Made from 6 Portuguese varieties harvested at the same time, fermented together and fortified with brandy spirit, it is matured in classic Port tradition and bottled unfiltered. Released only when ready for drinking, this wine shows the impressive integration that time can bring. Tantalizing layers of stewed prunes, orange peel and tea leaves are supported by an elegant, silky, seamlessly-balanced palate. Port in true vintage style. Alc: 19.0 RS: 67.3 pH: 3.68 TA: 5.3

	Overgaauw Vintage Port 1991 John Platter - 4.5 stars Made in the vintage style from 5 Portuguese varieties. Fortified with Rabate brandy and after 2 and a half years in 1300L oak casks, the wine was bottled for further maturation in an underground cellar at 14ÂºC. Alc: 17.1 RS: 89.08 pH: 3.68 TA: 5.3

	Overgaauw Vintage Port 1990 A more authentic Portuguese style - drier and higher alcohol. Spice and violets on the bouquet with raisins and prunes on the taste. Alc: 17.5 RS: 62 pH: 3.61 TA: 4.9

	Overgaauw Vintage Port 1989 Made in the vintage style from Portugese varieties. Fortified with Rabate brandy and aged in big vats for maximum 3 years. A more authentic Portuguese style - drier and higher alcohol. Spice and violets on the bouquet with raisins and prunes on the taste. Delicate with excellent maturation potential. Alc: 17 RS: 62 pH: 3.61 TA: 4.9