A Rose By Any Other Name…

Q: What does it mean to be certified organic? A: I have written quite a lot on our natural, Bio-LOGIC methods of farming. While we follow this approach as part of the whole philosophy of Avondale, some markets expect us to have our processes verified through external...

100 Ducks A Day Keep The Snails Away

After 45 days, the Duck-Wagter turns marine instructor on the brace and transforms them into the most efficient snail-killing machine known to man. Their training begins with getting them to walk-up the ramp of the duckmobile. Like potty training this has its humorous...

Drink Avondale Wine And Show That You Give a Hoot

We are very proud of the fact that our Bio-LOGIC approach to vineyard management has seen a return of many species of wild animals to the farm, including a variety of raptors such as small falcons and owls. Unfortunately some of these birds get hurt on their way to us...

100% Organic!

Avondale now has three certified wine. They are Jonty’s Ducks 2007 , Chenin Blanc 2009 and Rosé 2009 . Four years ago, 25 hectares of new vines on virgin soil were certified organic. Now, leading internationally accredited European agency Control Union, has certified...

The Million Dollar Question…

Let me start off by pointing out that sulphur is a mineral found naturally in many kinds of foods. In winemaking it dates back to Roman times when sulphur was burnt in wine storage vessels to prevent the spoilage of wine. Sulphur is a preservative and ensures the...