AGULHAS

The Agulhas Wine Triangle, with its slogan ‘Wine for Explorers’, is a wild and rugged region that beckons those who enjoy travelling off the beaten track. Here, pioneering farmers have planted the southernmost vineyards on the African continent in ancient soils exposed to extreme maritime conditions. The windswept terroir produces elegant wines of outstanding character, including world-acclaimed Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz and Semillon. Offering inspiring wine tastings, outdoor activities and selfcatering farm cottages, this peaceful, unspoilt, biodiversityrich region is just waiting to be discovered.

  • Black Oystercatcher

    Wine Route: Agulhas

    Founded in 1998 by the Human family, winemaking pioneers in Elim’s maritime ward. Owner Dirk Human crafts wines from cool-climate vines in marginal soils, yielding intense flavours.

  • Lomond Wine Estate

    Wine Route: Agulhas

    Situated on the Agulhas Plain, Lomond’s wines express this cool coastal terroir. Enjoy tastings and platters with unparalleled views across the valley, vineyards and Lomond Dam.

  • Sijnn Wines

    Wine Route: Agulhas

    As a unique first-growth winery in the appellation of Malgas, Sijnn pioneered viticulture in this maritime climate, producing wines that express the distinctive terroir of the region.

  • Strandveld Vineyards

    Wine Route: Agulhas

    Strandveld Vineyards, Africa’s southernmost winery, sits 9km from the ocean between Elim and Cape Agulhas. Known for terroir-driven Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, and Pinot Noir.