Sauvignon Blanc

Green vegetables, Oysters, Delicate fish like Sole, Goat cheese

The grapes were hand harvested in early morning and placed in cold storage overnight. After pressing the juice was allowed to settle for 2-3 days, before it was racked of its lees. The juice was then inoculated with yeast and fermented between 12-14°C. The wine was then cleaned, filtered and bottled for consumption.

Whalehaven is a boutique, family-owned winery located at the gateway to South Africa’s renowned Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Known for its elegant, cool-climate wines, Whalehaven specialises in handcrafted Chardonnays that express the unique coastal terroir of the region. With a focus on small-lot production and a commitment to innovation and quality, Whalehaven has gained global recognition for its mineral-driven wines that balance purity, structure, and finesse. Discover Whalehaven’s award-winning wines—crafted with care, inspired by the sea, and rooted in place – A Triumph of Nature.