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At the Black Oystercatcher Winery, we produce top quality wines of a
world-class standard. Our grapes, grown in the cool tip of Africa winds in the Elim
wine ward, are smaller than usual - with more intense flavours as a result (see Vineyards
for more). Once the grapes are ripe, they are handpicked, and worked with in the softest
possible way. At Black Oystercatcher Winery, we operate according to our wine-making
philosophy: working the land with the least possible interference in the most natural
way.
Black Oystercatcher boutique wines have accumulated numerous awards since they were launched. The 2005 Sauvignon Blanc was rated under the top 10 wines at the WineX exhibition in 2005. The 2006 White Pearl was rated under the top 50 white blends in South Africa by Caroline's Fine Wine. Decanter magazine also recently commissioned wine connoisseur Christian Eedes to review the wines produced by the Elim wine growers. He rated the Black Oystercatcher 2008 White Pearl as a 4-star highly recommended wine.
OUR ETHICAL STANDARDS
Our winery and cellar is audited and certified by the Biodiversity and Wine Initiative (BWI) and by the Integrated Production of Wine (IPW) - showing our commitment to ethical, labour and environmental standards of best practice. As part of our sustainable wine production, we use renewable energy (wind turbines and solar panels) in the making of our wines. The Black Oystercatcher's land has been dedicated to conservation. The property forms part of the Nuwejaars Wetland Special Management Area (SMA), the first venture of its kind in the country.
Black Oystercatcher boutique wines have accumulated numerous awards since they were launched. The 2005 Sauvignon Blanc was rated under the top 10 wines at the WineX exhibition in 2005. The 2006 White Pearl was rated under the top 50 white blends in South Africa by Caroline's Fine Wine. Decanter magazine also recently commissioned wine connoisseur Christian Eedes to review the wines produced by the Elim wine growers. He rated the Black Oystercatcher 2008 White Pearl as a 4-star highly recommended wine.
OUR ETHICAL STANDARDS
Our winery and cellar is audited and certified by the Biodiversity and Wine Initiative (BWI) and by the Integrated Production of Wine (IPW) - showing our commitment to ethical, labour and environmental standards of best practice. As part of our sustainable wine production, we use renewable energy (wind turbines and solar panels) in the making of our wines. The Black Oystercatcher's land has been dedicated to conservation. The property forms part of the Nuwejaars Wetland Special Management Area (SMA), the first venture of its kind in the country.
Full details. Given the cool climate of the southern-most wine ward, this region is an ideal
Sauvignon Blanc production area. The cool breeze also ensures a naturally low pH level in
the grapes - ideal for the ageability of the white wines. Only free run juice has been used in
the making of the 2011 Sauvignon Blanc, ensuring the best quality. Cold fermentation and
three separate selective handpickings were used to add to the complexity and flavour of
the wine. Buy online.
New Release. Full Details. The White Pearl 2009 is a distinctive wine - full-bodied, yet
crisp. It is an aged Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc blend, with the Semillon handpicked,
fermented and aged in 100 percent French oak barrels, and the Sauvignon Blanc selected
from full ripe handpicked grapes. Buy online.
Full details. The 2012 Rosé is a blend of 69% Merlot and 31% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes.
Both portions of this blend are picked at an early stage, moderate skin contact given and
only the free-run juice used with a cold fermentation technique.
Buy online [SOLD OUT].
Buy online [SOLD OUT].
Full details. Both the varietals of this blend are handpicked and gently de-stemmed.
They're fermented, matured and aged independently in French oak barrels for 16 months
and then meticulously blended. It is then bottle-aged for another 12 months. Buy online.
Full details. A blend of Black Oystercatcher Cabernet Sauvignon, Black Oystercatcher
Merlot and Black Oystercatcher Shiraz. The combination offers remarkable minerality,
and a long finish. Buy online.
WINES
Black Oystercatcher Wines
Black Oystercatcher
Wine Reviews
What I Drank Last Night Blog
Elim investigated
"The striking feature of Elim whites is how pure the fruit and bright the acidities. Although very good already, there was a feeling that as the vines became older and producers gained greater understanding of their terroir, the wines would only gain in flavour concentration and palate weight making them even better."
**** and a half
Black Oystercatcher White Pearl 2009 (17)
****
Black Oystercatcher Blanc Fumé 2009 (16.2)
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Wine Reviews
What I Drank Last Night Blog
Elim investigated
"The striking feature of Elim whites is how pure the fruit and bright the acidities. Although very good already, there was a feeling that as the vines became older and producers gained greater understanding of their terroir, the wines would only gain in flavour concentration and palate weight making them even better."
**** and a half
Black Oystercatcher White Pearl 2009 (17)
****
Black Oystercatcher Blanc Fumé 2009 (16.2)
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Reviewed by Elaine
Matthee
24 August 2012 at 14:04
"Friendly service & lovely restaurant – food is great!"
Reviewed by Anel Grobler 2 April 2012 at 17:25
"This Black Oystercatcher is so pumped out they even have a pool where guest can cool off in! What I really liked about this place was the unpretentious beauty that it displayed."
Reviewed by Maggie Mostert
19 June 2011 at 20:25
"Beautiful estate; love the setting. White Bordeaux blend is very nice!"
Reviewed by Hennie Coetzee
19 March 2010 at 22:36
"Friendly place with good wines. Worth a visit."
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24 August 2012 at 14:04
"Friendly service & lovely restaurant – food is great!"
Reviewed by Anel Grobler 2 April 2012 at 17:25
"This Black Oystercatcher is so pumped out they even have a pool where guest can cool off in! What I really liked about this place was the unpretentious beauty that it displayed."
Reviewed by Maggie Mostert
19 June 2011 at 20:25
"Beautiful estate; love the setting. White Bordeaux blend is very nice!"
Reviewed by Hennie Coetzee
19 March 2010 at 22:36
"Friendly place with good wines. Worth a visit."
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BLACK OYSTERCATCHER WINES – not just for the Bird-watchers!
Reviews
SAUVIGNON BLANC 2009
"The first aromas that jumped out of the glass were green pepper, herbaceousness and figs. The palate is well- balanced with tropical fruit, minerality and a crisp finish."
WHITE PEARL 2008 (Semillon / Sauvignon)
"I loved this wine for the subtle richness from the wood and the perfect partnering between the Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc. Gentle floral, honeycomb and creaminess showed on the nose. The creaminess came through on the palate with a lingering finish of lemon grass. A real food wine – I would pair this with stronger game-fish and Asian inspired dishes."
ROSE 2009 (Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot)
"Cranberry aromas and a slight minerality on the nose. The dry palate shows pomegranate and berry flavours. Perfect for lunch time!"
Shiraz)"
"Very special wines from a very special place!"
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BLACK OYSTERCATCHER WINES – not just for the Bird-watchers!
Reviews
SAUVIGNON BLANC 2009
"The first aromas that jumped out of the glass were green pepper, herbaceousness and figs. The palate is well- balanced with tropical fruit, minerality and a crisp finish."
WHITE PEARL 2008 (Semillon / Sauvignon)
"I loved this wine for the subtle richness from the wood and the perfect partnering between the Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc. Gentle floral, honeycomb and creaminess showed on the nose. The creaminess came through on the palate with a lingering finish of lemon grass. A real food wine – I would pair this with stronger game-fish and Asian inspired dishes."
ROSE 2009 (Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot)
"Cranberry aromas and a slight minerality on the nose. The dry palate shows pomegranate and berry flavours. Perfect for lunch time!"
Shiraz)"
"Very special wines from a very special place!"
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BLACK OYSTERCATCHER WINES – not just for the Bird-watchers!
Reviews: Red Wines
CABERNET SAUVIGNON/MERLOT 2007
"The first thing you noticed is the intense colour of the wine. Aromas of dark berries, pencil shavings and fynbos show on the nose. This wine is smooth and has clean berry flavours on the palate. A perfect marriage of masculine Cab and feminine Merlot. This was voted the crowd-pleaser of the line-up!"
TRITON 2007 (Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot / Shiraz)
The big boy of the wines! Spicy, smokiness with hints of tobacco leaf. The palate is very velvety and flavours of plum and spiciness linger for a long time. This wine is very complex and shows a different layer with every sip. Loved it!"
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BLACK OYSTERCATCHER WINES – not just for the Bird-watchers!
Reviews: Red Wines
CABERNET SAUVIGNON/MERLOT 2007
"The first thing you noticed is the intense colour of the wine. Aromas of dark berries, pencil shavings and fynbos show on the nose. This wine is smooth and has clean berry flavours on the palate. A perfect marriage of masculine Cab and feminine Merlot. This was voted the crowd-pleaser of the line-up!"
TRITON 2007 (Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot / Shiraz)
The big boy of the wines! Spicy, smokiness with hints of tobacco leaf. The palate is very velvety and flavours of plum and spiciness linger for a long time. This wine is very complex and shows a different layer with every sip. Loved it!"
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REAL TIME WINE
Sauvignon Blanc 2010.
BubblesFerreira
"Great mineral and Elim green figs. Fresh clean mouthfeel with refreshing acidity."
DarranStone
"Lemon and lime flavours with green fig in the finish. Very nice wine!"
AlexGreenleaf
"Pleasant Sauvignon Blanc. Classic cooler climate characteristics."
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Sauvignon Blanc 2010.
BubblesFerreira
"Great mineral and Elim green figs. Fresh clean mouthfeel with refreshing acidity."
DarranStone
"Lemon and lime flavours with green fig in the finish. Very nice wine!"
AlexGreenleaf
"Pleasant Sauvignon Blanc. Classic cooler climate characteristics."
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