{"title":"Avondale","description":"\u003ch1\u003e Buy or order Avondale wine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\n Although South Africa is considered part of the New World, wine has been produced here for centuries. Even when the Dutch settled the Cape of Good Hope, winemaking was a daily occurrence. Many wineries still date back to the 17th and 18th centuries, when South Africa was still a true trading post. This includes Avondale Winery, located in one of South Africa's oldest wine regions.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e The Avondale wines from South Africa\u003c\/h2\u003e \nWhen John and Ginny Grieve purchased the 160-hectare estate in 1997, wine had already been produced there for over 300 years. The area, just southeast of the town of Paarl, therefore boasts a truly impressive history. Avondale Winery is also in excellent company. With well-known neighbors like Nederburg, Spice Route, and Rupert \u0026amp; Rothschild, Avondale's location is practically perfect.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e The Avondale Vineyards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The Avondale estate encompasses a whopping 160 hectares. With views of the majestic Paarl Mountains, the entire estate is truly magnificent. A stroll through the vineyards is breathtaking. The current winemaker has planted a diverse palette, with nothing standard. Think Grenache Noir, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Syrah, and Roussanne—all classics from France.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e The finest wines from Avondale\u003c\/h2\u003e \nEvery Avondale wine is exceptionally well-structured. They are perfectly formed blends that truly shine. Just look at Avondale Cyclus, a white wine featuring all the beautiful white grape varieties: Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Roussanne, Semillon, and Viognier. Perfectly blended for the ultimate tasting experience. Or a classic Cotes du Rhone Blend from Avondale Qvevri. In this South African red wine, Grenache Noir, Mourvedre, and Syrah blend perfectly, creating a near-perfect wine.","products":[{"product_id":"avondale-anima-chenin-blanc","title":"Avondale Anima Chenin Blanc","description":"\"Earth is life\"—that's Avondale's motto! All wines are produced biodynamically and in complete harmony with nature. Every step in the production of Avondale's world-class wines follows holistic processes and approaches. This Anima is made from 100 percent organic Chenin Blanc grapes. The vines range in age from 11 to 35 years and yield healthy and balanced grapes. This Avondale Chenin Blanc is a rich white wine with a fruity character.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Biodynamic wines from Avondale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nAvondale Winery is located at the foot of the Klein Drakenstein Mountains near the Paarl Valley. At the helm is Johnathan Griever, a true pioneer in sustainable wine. Everything revolves around Mother Nature. The grapes are grown biodynamically, and all the wines are certified organic. The result is superb, top-quality wines. The grapes benefit from the warm weather, but the water flowing down from the mountain waterfalls naturally cools them. This allows the grapes to ripen optimally and develop their unique characteristics.\n\n\n \nThe hand-picked grapes were pressed whole-cluster, after which the juice fermented naturally in French oak barrels. Fifteen to 20 percent of the grapes are fermented in amphorae, giving the wine a magnificently full body and wonderful length. After fermentation is complete, the wine is aged on the lees for 12 months and is regularly stirred (batonnage) to retain more fullness and complexity.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e What does Avondale Anima Chenin Blanc taste like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The Avondale Anima Chenin Blanc smells of crisp winter melon, tropical pineapple, zesty lime, and a hint of delicate honey. These aromas further demonstrate what Chenin Blanc has to offer. On the palate, vibrant fruit notes of gooseberry, pear, and peach emerge, harmonizing beautifully with the rich minerality.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775810637903,"sku":"11761","price":22.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/avondale-anima-chenin-blanc_11761.webp?v=1770202119"},{"product_id":"avondale-cyclus","title":"Avondale Cycle","description":"A fruity blend of white grape varieties Roussanne, Viognier, Chenin Blanc, and Semillon. This gives this wine, called Cyclus, intense fruit flavors and a unique character. The grape varieties complement each other, each lending its own unique character to this wine from Avondale Winery.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The centuries-old Avondale Winery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nSome of the finest South African wines are thanks to Avondale Winery. For over 300 years, the vineyards here have produced superb grapes. \"Soil is life\" is the motto Avondale Winery adheres to. The soil is the foundation upon which the grapes develop, and according to the winemakers, this is something you must adhere to. Therefore, natural ecosystems are utilized and respected. Avondale operates entirely biodynamically, which has a beneficial effect on the microclimate in the vineyard. Everything revolves around Mother Nature. The grapes benefit from the warm weather, but the water flowing down from the mountain waterfalls naturally cools them. This allows the grapes to ripen optimally and develop their unique characteristics.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e 12 months maturation for Avondale Cycle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nCycle refers to the spiral found in every aspect of nature and represents power and dynamism. The grapes are carefully harvested and pressed as whole bunches. The juice is then fermented naturally in oak barrels. Fifteen to 20 percent is fermented as whole bunches, giving the wine unique body and length. After fermentation, the wine is aged on the lees for 12 months.\n\n\n\n This beautiful Avondale Cyclus has a soft, rich nose with aromas of violets and peach. This carries beautifully through to the palate, where intense flavors of pear, pineapple, apricot, and fig are rounded out by soft, subtle oak for a creamy, long-lasting finish.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775811555407,"sku":"11762","price":27.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/avondale-cyclus_11762.webp?v=1770202119"},{"product_id":"avondale-samsara-syrah","title":"Avondale Samsara Syrah","description":"If you're looking for a characterful wine that's both full-bodied and rounded, this Samsara Syrah is the perfect choice. What a fantastic wine! And it's no wonder, since Avondale is the producer. Samsara means \"an eternal continuum of life.\" Avondale itself calls it \"The Cycle of Life.\" This wine is of exceptionally high quality, which immediately explains its unique name.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e 12 to 16 months of wood aging for Avondale Samsara Syrah\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nAvondale Winery is located at the foot of the Klein Drakenstein Mountains near the Paarl Valley. At the helm is Johnathan Griever, a true pioneer in sustainable wine. Everything revolves around Mother Nature. The grapes are grown biodynamically, and all the wines are certified organic. The result is superb, top-quality wines. The grapes benefit from the warm weather, but the water flowing down from the mountain waterfalls naturally cools them. This allows the grapes to ripen optimally and develop their unique characteristics.\n\n\n \nThe grapes are harvested early in the morning to preserve all their characteristics. Ten to 15 percent is fully fermented, which gives the wine a unique body and length. The remainder is carefully removed and then placed in tanks for two to three days before natural fermentation can begin. Because the grapes are very healthy, fermentation is followed by a long maceration period of 25 to 30 days. The wine was aged in barrels for 12 to 16 months and lightly filtered before bottling.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Enjoy the fruity character of Samsara Syrah\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe aroma of this Samsara Syrah is unique and complex, with notes of red berry, white pepper, and light oak. This lively Syrah has a concentrated flavor thanks to its low yield, with a remarkable amount of fruit. Besides hints of plum and cherry, we also detect a pleasant spiciness of cinnamon and cloves. Finally, it boasts excellent balance and a long finish. This Avondale red wine is guaranteed to be a pleasure to drink. It adds a beautiful touch to any dish.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775812603983,"sku":"11763","price":31.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/avondale-samsara-syrah_11763.webp?v=1770202117"},{"product_id":"avondale-qvevri","title":"Avondale Qvevri","description":"This is the result of a wonderful experiment. And that's something South African winemaker Jonathan Grieve loves. He imported earthenware pots called qvevri from Georgia and is the very first in South Africa to make wine using this ancient method. Everything about this wine is special. The pottery, over 8,000 years old, allows the wine to breathe while it ferments, and as it ages, the wine develops a beautiful clarity of fruit and minerality.\n\n\n\n \u003ch2\u003eA unique blend for Avondale Qvevri\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n Some of the finest South African wines are thanks to Avondale Winery. For over 300 years, the vineyards here have produced superb grapes. \"Soil is life\" is the motto Avondale Winery adheres to. The soil is the foundation upon which the grapes develop, and according to the winemakers, that's what you must hold on to. Therefore, natural ecosystems are utilized and respected. Avondale operates entirely biodynamically, which has a beneficial effect on the microclimate in the vineyard.\n\n\n\n The blend consists of 52 percent Grenache, 30 percent Syrah, and 18 percent Mourvedre. The grapes are harvested early and at cool temperatures. Each grape variety is vinified separately. The juice ferments naturally in buried earthenware jars. The wine spends several months to a year in these jars, developing its own unique character.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The scent and taste of Avondale Qvevri\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThis Qvevri is a blend of juicy red fruits like raspberry, mulberry, and strawberry, with violets and herbs. This is also reflected in the palate, with a bright and natural acidity, giving the wine a wonderful freshness. It's a juicy wine with a strong fruity character. The fine balance of fruit, minerality, and slightly earthy notes gives the wine a complexity that makes every sip a new experience.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775896457295,"sku":"11764","price":25.28,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/avondale-qvevri_11764.webp?v=1770202124"},{"product_id":"avondale-jontys-ducks-pekin-white","title":"Avondale Jonty's Ducks Pekin White","description":"This Jonty's Ducks Pekin White is a delicious South African white wine from the Paarl region. It's a blend of Rousanne, Viognier, Muscat de Frontignan, and Semillon grapes. Each grape variety imparts its own unique character to the wine. Its name comes from an environmentally friendly method of killing pests. The owner of the Paarl winery, Johnathan Grieve, is a strong advocate of organic viticulture. In spring, there's always a problem with snails in the vineyards. Johnathan Grieve has sworn off pesticides because they kill not only the snails but also the microorganisms in the soil. Instead, a flock of ducks waddles through the vines, happily devouring the snails.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Organic wines from South African Avondale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nAvondale Winery is located at the foot of the Klein Drakenstein Mountains near the Paarl Valley. At the helm is Johnathan Griever, a true pioneer in sustainable wine. Everything revolves around Mother Nature. The grapes are grown biodynamically, and all the wines are certified organic. The result is superb, top-quality wines. The grapes benefit from the warm weather, but the water flowing down from the mountain waterfalls naturally cools them. This allows the grapes to ripen optimally and develop their unique characteristics.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Hand harvest for Avondale Jonty's Ducks Pekin White\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe grapes are harvested by hand and pressed as whole bunches. The wine is fermented with wild yeast between 18 and 24 degrees Celsius. Part of the wine is fermented in used oak barrels. The wine is aged on the lees for six months and stirred regularly. The result is a pale yellow wine with a green hue. It has an intense aroma of apricots and hyacinths, but also a delicate hint of vanilla combined with honey. The mid-palate displays ripe extract and perfectly balanced freshness, with a finely salty texture. The aromatic finish reveals yellow dried fruit, green tea, and notes of wax.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775811031119,"sku":"11765","price":14.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/avondale-jonty-s-ducks-pekin-white_11765.webp?v=1770202118"},{"product_id":"avondale-jontys-ducks-pekin-red","title":"Avondale Jonty's Ducks Pekin Red","description":"This red Ducks Pekin is a blend of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot. This makes it a versatile and, above all, unique red wine. It's packed with delicious aromas and has a spicy character.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The best South African wines from Avondale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nSome of the finest South African wines are thanks to Avondale Winery. For over 300 years, the vineyards here have produced superb grapes. \"Soil is life\" is the motto Avondale Winery adheres to. The soil is the foundation upon which the grapes develop, and according to the winemakers, this is something you must adhere to. Therefore, natural ecosystems are utilized and respected. Avondale operates entirely biodynamically, which has a beneficial effect on the microclimate in the vineyard. Everything revolves around Mother Nature. The grapes benefit from the warm weather, but the water flowing down from the mountain waterfalls naturally cools them. This allows the grapes to ripen optimally and develop their unique characteristics.\n\n\n \nIts name comes from an environmentally friendly method of killing pests. The owner of Paarl winery, Johnathan Grieve, is a strong advocate of organic viticulture. In spring, there are always problems with snails in the vineyards. Johnathan Grieve has sworn off pesticides because they kill not only the snails but also the microorganisms in the soil. Instead, a flock of ducks waddles through the vines, happily eating the snails.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Long-term wood aging for Avondale Jonty's Ducks Pekin Red\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe grapes are all hand-harvested. They are then destemmed and crushed in the winery, followed by fermentation in sealed stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation and aging took place in small, used French oak barrels. The wine was aged for 12-14 months in 225-liter barrels. The result is a red wine with aromas of blackcurrant, licorice, and hints of chocolate and coffee. It has an explosion of fruit on the palate and elegant tannins. It finishes with a silky smooth finish.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775811719247,"sku":"11766","price":14.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/avondale-jonty-s-ducks-pekin-red_11766.webp?v=1770202117"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/wijnhuis-avondale.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}