Young, dynamic and in love with South African wine: Meet Ben Snyman, the man that has been behind the popular Overhex Wines for over 10 years!

Ben Snyman, has been the Head Winemaker behind Overhex Wines expansive portfolio for the last ten years, where he spent cultivating his knowledge and passion for fine wine.

After completing school in Cape Town, Ben graduated from Stellenbosch University with a BSc Agriculture degree (Oenology and Viticulture) in 2009. Following his studies, Ben travelled to California, USA, where he was offered an internship at Chalk Hill Estate. Upon his return to South Africa, he continued to develop his winemaking expertise by completing several courses at Stellenbosch University, the Wine Judging Academy, and Harvard Business School, with his next set to be a Diploma from the Cape Wine Academy.

He started working at Overhex Wines International in 2010. Ben oversees the exportation of 7,000 tons of Overhex wine to 47 countries worldwide each year and is responsible for the Overhex Wines award-winning ‘Survivor’ range. Survivor, was Snyman’s pride and joy – specifically, the Chenin Blanc, which has won accolade after accolade since its maiden release in 2014.

 His years at Overhex have seen him travel abroad to develop an appreciation for international methods. Moreover, during his years at Overhex his passion for knowledge has grown and he has completed the following courses below:

University of Stellenbosch executive development LTD certified in Management Development programme (NQF level 6) in 2013, Cape Wine Academy – completed certificate wine Course in 2015, Wine Judging Academy – Certificate of competence with distinction (course convenor Michael Fridjhon) in 2007, Faulty wine course completed 2017, Harvard Business School leadership principals in 2019, and completed the Cape Wine Academy diploma.

Ben’s passion for wine has also directed him to be more involved in wine judging and in 2019 he was invited as an apprentice Judge for the FNB top 10 Sauvignon Blanc 2019.