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Fryer’s Cove

Forged Of The Earth, Tempered By The Sea
At the edge of the map, where the land Our cellar stands in one of the world’s
thins and the Atlantic ocean roars, lies most unconventional wine-producing
Fryer’s Cove - the only vineyard in the locations: a restored fresh fish processing
Bamboes Bay ward, the smallest ward in factory reborn with purpose. Surrounded
South Africa. Here, vines thrive on a rug- by the Atlantic and committed to harness-
ged hillside just 540 meters from a wild ing nature’s power, we turned icy ocean
rocky shore. Rooted in a place shaped by currents into an ally by using the crashing
wind, salt, and daring spirit. This is a fron- waves to cool our fermentation tanks.
tier terroir. The ocean breathes into the At the heart of the cellar, a living fish
vineyards, the cold mist carving a distinct tank which is home to indigenous marine
maritime signature into every bottle. The life, anchors the experience. Raw. Real.
people are as unyielding as the landscape Unforgettable. A true Cape West Coast
they inhabit - independent, resilient and encounter.
guided by instinct. It’s this spirit of disco-
very that defines Fryer’s Cove wines. At The Jetty Restaurant, the journey conti-
nues. This is where our wines come home
Crafted with passion, guided by tradition - paired with honest Cape West Coast fare:
and driven by family values, each wine snoekkoekies, kerrievis, roosterkoek, and
is hand-made by Liza Goodwin and Jan freshly caught line fish. Simple. Soulful.
(Ponk) van Zyl - a team of authentic Satisfying. For those who seek the road
winemakers who honour both place and less travelled, Fryer’s Cove is a destination
process. Here, exploration isn’t a meta- - where land meets sea, and every bottle
phor - it’s a way of life. tells a story of discovery.
T: +27 (0)76 290 4372 • www.fryerscove.co.za
1 Quality Street, Doringbaai
E-mail: admin@fryerscove.co.za
Opening Times: Mon - Sun: 10h00 - 18h00
Attractions: Wine Sales daily from 10h00, Restaurant
Closed: Selected Public Holidays
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