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Boutique South African Wines

Black Oystercatcher is a range of sought after boutique wines from the coastal Agulhas district and Elim wine ward in South Africa. This ward, the newest of the maritime vineyards, is one of the most closely watched wine producing regions in the world.

Situated on the southern coastal lowlands, around the historical village of Elim on the southernmost tip of Africa, the strong, cool summer winds ensure a very cool ripening season, perfect for minerally Sauvignon Blanc wines with a tropical fruit flavour and red varietals that produce elegant, fruity red wines.

Black Oystercatcher wine, a rare gem of the region, is aptly named after the endangered ocean birds that thrive along the coastline. Birds that, like the Humans who have farmed here for generations, live long lives, have an incredible sense of family, are passionate and protective of their precious habitat, and cherish life. The Humans, unlike their feathered friends, also cherish fine South African wine.

Wine Cellar & Tasting Room Function Venue

The Black Oystercatcher Cellar and Tasting room is a fabulous venue for events such as seminars, weddings, and private functions.

The picture on the left is from the first ever tasting of the Black Oystercatcher Sauvignon Blanc. Dirk produced three bottles from blends he had been creating, one contained what he believed was the perfect Sauvignon Blanc for Black Oystercatcher’s first vintage. Friends and family were asked to taste each of the blends. Unanimously they agreed that blend C was a delectable Sauvignon Blanc, confirming Dirk’s choice. 


Unter der Herrschaft der zwei Ozeane18-Jun-2009

Black Oystercatcher Sauvignon Blanc Shines Across Borders... Click here to read the full article. ..

Shiraz Lovers Just Couldn't Wait Until Winter…04-Jun-2007

Dirk and Sandra Human, makers of Black Oystercatcher wines, were really looking forward to snuggling..

New Wines Bring Hope…..01-Dec-2006

(translated from Rapport article - 1st December 2006) The winelands around me are picture ..

A Wine as Rare as it’s Namesake15-Mar-2006

The first vintage of Black Oystercatcher’s Sauvignon Blanc must have been as cool as the climate its..

A new wine is born in Elim's Eden04-Oct-2005

Owner and winemaker at Black Oystercatcher Wines Dirk Human, is passionate about being one of the ne..

How Much Credence to Give the Concept of Terroir?23-Sep-2005

Dear Wine Lover, How much credence to give the concept of terroir? If it is defined simply as w..

Wine Launch02-Sep-2005

One of South Africa’s southernmost wines took flight on Tuesday 20th September 2005. Owner and ..


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