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Whalehaven Winery

About Whalehaven Winery

Whalehaven is an award-winning winery situated at the gateway to the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley in Walker Bay, specializing in small-batch lots of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Named in homage to the Southern Right Whales that return to Hermanus each July, the winery embodies a deep respect for nature and time. Led by winemaker Silvana Bottega and partnered with Master of Wine Richard Kershaw, Whalehaven is dedicated to capturing the essence of the region's cool-climate, coastal terroir with elegant, award-winning wines.

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Varietals

ChardonnayPinot NoirSauvignon Blanc

Visiting Whalehaven Winery

Tasting fee
Not listed
Reservations
Not listed
Tasting room
Open to visitors

From their website, September 6, 2026.

When to visit Whalehaven Winery

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday10:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Good to know about Whalehaven Winery

Yes, Whalehaven Winery has a tasting room open to visitors.
Whalehaven Winery focuses on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc. Signature bottles include Mineral Stone Sauvignon Blanc, Sandstone Strata Chardonnay, Granite Rock Pinot Noir, Seascape Chardonnay, Earthscape Pinot Noir. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Whalehaven Winery is in Onrusrivier, in the Walker Bay wine region. Phone: +27 28 050 1301. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
The winemaking at Whalehaven Winery is led by Silvana Bottega, Richard Kershaw. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Friday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Saturday: 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM | Sunday: 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.

Where to find Whalehaven Winery

Onrusrivier, South Africa

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