WELCOME TO THE
BLACK OYSTERCATCHER
The Black Oystercatcher is a family-run wine farm at the cool southernmost tip of Africa.
Our unique region crafts our cool-climate wines, creating penetrating fruit flavours, and a distinctive minerality. But we’re more than a winery: we’re a destination. We offer fresh farm-style snacks from our deli, as well as wood-fired pizza, both enjoyed on our veranda or in our venue. Shop for local crafts and our cool-climate wines and craft beers in our shop. And stay over in our self-catering cottages overlooking the biodiversity-rich Agulhas Plain.
– Upcoming van der Westhuizen wedding –
Our daughter, Jeanette Human, is getting ready to say “I do”. Therefore, please take note of the following trading hour changes at the Black Oystercatcher Wines during preparation for our family wedding:
23 – 29 NOVEMBER: DELI & PIZZA CLOSED
23 – 25 NOVEMBER: WINE SALES OPEN
Both our Deli & Wine Sales will be closed from Friday 26 November to Tuesday 30 November as we celebrate Jeanette and Ian’s wedding.
Level 1 lockdown at Black Oystercatcher Wines...
A big thank you to all our loyal friends and customers for your support throughout the lockdown level 1 period. Here's an update on our lockdown activities:
OUR ONLINE SHOP:
Our online shop is open for you to order your favourite cool-climate wine.
COTTAGES:
Our self-catering cottages is open for business/leisure travel. P.S. We've got stunning views, open landscapes and wifi.
VENUE:
Our venue is open and our team is available on-site, so don't hesitate to email us for our package offers, or if you'd like to view the venue.
DELI/PIZZA:
Tuesday to Friday 10:00 to 16:00. Saturday 11:00 to 15:00. Closed Sundays and Mondays.
WINE TASTINGS & SALES:
Tuesday to Friday 10:00 to 16:00. Saturday 11:00 to 15:00. Closed Sundays and Mondays.
Deli and pizza
EAT
Head into our shop to create your own lunch from our deli – including farm-fresh bread, meats, cheeses and more. We’ve also got an array of tasty snacks for those with a sweet tooth. Or order a delicious wood-fired pizza (order and collect your pizza from the bar counter).
Tuesday to Friday 10:00 to 16:00. Saturday 11:00 to 15:00.
Closed Sundays and Mondays.
Gift shop
SHOP AND ENJOY
You’ll also find a variety of local crafts at our gift shop – like crockery, leather bags, and sensuous beauty products. Our quality range of products are unique (these are not items you’ll readily find in other stores). That’s why they make for wonderful gifts – either for a loved one, or for yourself.
Tuesday to Friday 10:00 to 16:00. Saturday 11:00 to 15:00.
Closed Sundays and Mondays.
Taste our cool-climate wines
BOUTIQUE WINES
The boutique Black Oystercatcher Wines are made from the intensely fruity grapes, formed in Cape Agulhas’ extreme growing conditions. You can taste our range of wines: just ask for a wine tasting, presented by our winemaker or our knowledgeable team in the venue. And buy your favourite from our shop.
Tuesday to Friday 10:00 to 16:00. Saturday 11:00 to 15:00. Closed Sundays and Mondays.
Don’t forget the craft beer
CRAFT BEER
Fraser’s Folly craft beer is brewed on the Black Oystercatcher Wine Farm. We converted an old shed into the brewhouse – where we brew distinct, small batch beers with serious personality – all under the watchful eye of brewmaster, Fraser Crighton.
Sales: Tuesday to Friday 10:00 to 16:00. Saturday 11:00 to 15:00. Closed Sundays and Mondays.
A wedding to remember
WEDDING VENUE
We know and understand how to celebrate true love and the beginnings of a new and exciting journey – as partners. Like our Black Oystercatcher birds that pair for life, we also believe in partnership. Together we’ll create a truly unforgettable day for you. Find out more.
Exceptional private functions
VENUE
Make use of our venue for your private function. Enjoy this relaxed atmosphere overlooking the open Agulhas Plain countryside.
Contact us: +27 (0) 28 482 1618
Cottages in the countryside
ACCOMMODATION
The cottages overlook our veggie gardens and the striking shades of green of the Agulhas Plain. Each cottage is semi-equipped (cottages have kitchen utensils and a microwave, but no oven). Enjoy activities like birding, hiking or cycling; or simply settle down to revel in the fresh air and country lifestyle found on a working farm.
Take a Wildlife Tour
TOURS & CONSERVATION
Take a Sunrise or Sunset Wildlife Guided Tour through the Black Oystercatcher farm and surrounds, in a cruise organised by the Nuwejaars Wetlands Special Management Area (we’re a member). These tours take you into a secret lake expanse and game area where you could see Buffalo, Hippo, Bontebok, Eland and a range of other big and small game, as well as wetland birds.
OUR COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS:
Our venue is spacious and with our large veranda, there's plenty of wonderful open country air all around you. Still, we strongly adhere to COVID-19 regulations - for our safety, as well as yours. We ask that you please wear your mask when not sitting at your table, that you practice social distancing and you continue to sanitise frequently during your stay.
OUR RESERVE WINES ARE NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE
Take a moment to celebrate life with a special wine.
Capturing our cool climate in a can
NEW RELEASES
Have you seen our new Black Oystercatcher wine cans yet? We’ve just launched these at the Black Oystercatcher Wine Farm and on our online shop. This is the ideal way to enjoy a refreshing single serving of wine on a hot summer’s day. They work extremely well for your outdoor occasions, like picnics and hikes. But they don’t lose any the quality you’ve come to expect from us.
Both our Sauvignon Blanc and our Rosé are now available in a can.
Join our Black Oystercatcher Wine Club.
There are loads of reasons to join – like access to exclusive wines, pre-releases and early bird access to our event tickets.
As a #BOCWineClub member, you’ll also join an exclusive gathering of wine lovers.
Latest News
Wedding | Neil & Christel
This romantic celebration brought the whole family together (even from as far as Namibia).
Wedding | Zahn and Bradley
If it rains on your wedding day, then you’ve been showered with blessings.
Wedding | Merisha and Mark
The opportunity to say “I do” in the midst of much uncertainty.
Dirk’s Easter game fish recipe (with sourdough bread and wine, of course)
Dirk’s recipe and tips to make a delicious fresh fish this Easter.
Wedding | Julia & Eddie
Glamour and a touch of drama at THIS wonderful wedding.
Upcoming events
Proud members of the
www.agulhaswinetriangle.co.za
The Agulhas Wine Triangle was established in 2019 to showcase the unique terroir of the wines from the Agulhas area.
Geographically, members are situated within a triangle with Lomond on the top western corner, Bruce Jack Wines in the top middle, Sijnn and Olivedale Private Vineyards on the top eastern corner, and Black Oystercatcher Wines and Strandveld Wines on the southern corner. The David Nieuwoudt Ghost Corner wines are made from fruit sourced in this area, as are some of the wines in the Trizanne Signature Wines range.
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