2023 Avondale Jonty's Ducks "Pekin Red", Paarl, South Africa
ABOUT THIS WINE
The “Pekin Red” is part of Avondale’s Jonty’s Ducks range—named after the estate’s natural pest-control crew of ducks—and exemplifies the estate’s organic and biodynamic commitment. A blend dominated by Syrah, with Mourvèdre, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot rounding out the composition, it showcases a harmonious marriage of Rhône and Bordeaux varietals, adapted to the Paarl terroir.
Hand-harvested grapes from decomposed granite soils were naturally fermented using indigenous yeasts, followed by maturation in a mix of seasoned oak barrels to preserve fruit purity and textural finesse. The result is a wine brimming with dark berry fruit, hints of baking spice, and a touch of garrigue. It pairs effortlessly with braai, mushroom risotto, or grilled lamb, but also holds its own with hearty vegetarian dishes.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Avondale Estate is a pioneering biodynamic and organic winery in Paarl, South Africa, where sustainability isn’t a slogan—it’s a way of life. Family-owned and operated, Avondale integrates holistic farming, regenerative soil practices, and minimal-intervention winemaking to produce wines that are alive with energy and deeply expressive of place. Their vineyard ecosystem includes cover crops, compost teas, and a team of Indian Runner ducks that patrol the vines, controlling pests naturally. The Jonty’s Ducks range celebrates this harmony between agriculture and ecology, delivering accessible, terroir-driven wines that reflect Avondale’s dedication to quality, biodiversity, and environmental stewardship.
2023 Avondale Jonty's Ducks "Pekin Red", Paarl, South Africa
ABOUT THIS WINE
The “Pekin Red” is part of Avondale’s Jonty’s Ducks range—named after the estate’s natural pest-control crew of ducks—and exemplifies the estate’s organic and biodynamic commitment. A blend dominated by Syrah, with Mourvèdre, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot rounding out the composition, it showcases a harmonious marriage of Rhône and Bordeaux varietals, adapted to the Paarl terroir.
Hand-harvested grapes from decomposed granite soils were naturally fermented using indigenous yeasts, followed by maturation in a mix of seasoned oak barrels to preserve fruit purity and textural finesse. The result is a wine brimming with dark berry fruit, hints of baking spice, and a touch of garrigue. It pairs effortlessly with braai, mushroom risotto, or grilled lamb, but also holds its own with hearty vegetarian dishes.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Avondale Estate is a pioneering biodynamic and organic winery in Paarl, South Africa, where sustainability isn’t a slogan—it’s a way of life. Family-owned and operated, Avondale integrates holistic farming, regenerative soil practices, and minimal-intervention winemaking to produce wines that are alive with energy and deeply expressive of place. Their vineyard ecosystem includes cover crops, compost teas, and a team of Indian Runner ducks that patrol the vines, controlling pests naturally. The Jonty’s Ducks range celebrates this harmony between agriculture and ecology, delivering accessible, terroir-driven wines that reflect Avondale’s dedication to quality, biodiversity, and environmental stewardship.
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ABOUT THIS WINE
The “Pekin Red” is part of Avondale’s Jonty’s Ducks range—named after the estate’s natural pest-control crew of ducks—and exemplifies the estate’s organic and biodynamic commitment. A blend dominated by Syrah, with Mourvèdre, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot rounding out the composition, it showcases a harmonious marriage of Rhône and Bordeaux varietals, adapted to the Paarl terroir.
Hand-harvested grapes from decomposed granite soils were naturally fermented using indigenous yeasts, followed by maturation in a mix of seasoned oak barrels to preserve fruit purity and textural finesse. The result is a wine brimming with dark berry fruit, hints of baking spice, and a touch of garrigue. It pairs effortlessly with braai, mushroom risotto, or grilled lamb, but also holds its own with hearty vegetarian dishes.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Avondale Estate is a pioneering biodynamic and organic winery in Paarl, South Africa, where sustainability isn’t a slogan—it’s a way of life. Family-owned and operated, Avondale integrates holistic farming, regenerative soil practices, and minimal-intervention winemaking to produce wines that are alive with energy and deeply expressive of place. Their vineyard ecosystem includes cover crops, compost teas, and a team of Indian Runner ducks that patrol the vines, controlling pests naturally. The Jonty’s Ducks range celebrates this harmony between agriculture and ecology, delivering accessible, terroir-driven wines that reflect Avondale’s dedication to quality, biodiversity, and environmental stewardship.
