All our wines are vegan certified.
Wines produced by Whale Islands have been produced completely without animal products aiding efforts to reduce our carbon footprint and contribute towards a cleaner, greener planet.
Instead of using animal-based fining products such as casein (milk), isinglass (fish) and gelatine, we use plant-based fining products such as pea and potato protein. The winemakers adhere to a stringent process to have the wines certified as vegan by the New Zealand Vegan Society, ensuring there are no animal products in the wines, and that they are GMO free.
MOUTOHORĀ (WHALE ISLAND)
AN ISLAND SANCTUARY
Visible from much of the Eastern Bay of Plenty coast in New Zealand, Moutohorā (Whale Island) is one of the country's most protected wildlife sanctuaries because it is home to some of our most endangered plant, bird and reptile species.
This 143-hectare island is all that remains of an old volcanic cone that has since eroded, leaving two distinct peaks which can be seen from many vantage points along the Eastern Bay of Plenty’s coastline.
Over the past 50 years, conservationists have been working hard to create a pest-free sanctuary on Moutohorā to ensure a safe home for kiwi birds, grey-faced petrels, saddlebacks, blue penguins, tuatara reptiles and fur seals.
Due to its Department of Conservation status, only three tourism operators have permission to land on the island and tours are limited to small groups of people.
Lineup
Whale Islands design tells the story of the topography of our land
We source our grapes from hand picked vineyards throughout New Zealand
Mission
We strive for continuous improvement, and support sustainability in consumption of food and beverage. We aim to provide a bespoke service for ethical and efficient delivery of product to market.
Whale Islands
Creating sustainable vegan wines from New Zealand.
