The Walker Bay area is especially known for its seasonal whale watching sites in Hermanus. In the Overberg district, Walker Bay is located in the east of Cape Town, South Africa. This coastal wine-growing area enjoys a temperate maritime climate and is one of the coolest regions in South Africa. The notorious wineries are mainly concentrated in the Hemel-en-Aarde valley beyond Hermanus, known for its production of quality Pinots Noirs. The wines are round and powerful, close in the tasting profile to Burgundian Pinot. The Chardonnays here are most easily compared to the Chardonnay produced in Burgundy, as it is the coolest wine region in the country. In Walker Bay, wine tasting is a gourmet discovery, with tasting profiles boasting crisp acidity, fruity flavors and great generosity in terms of freshness and minerality.