Each year, in recognition of the moon’s cosmic influence on biodynamic farming, we host a dinner at Avondale. Normally held on the evening of a full moon, this annual event is called the La Luna Dinner after the image of the full moon on the label of our La Luna red...
We are often asked about the Luna Tasting Calendar and how it affects the taste of wines. In the 1950s Maria Thun, a German biodynamic practioner developed the Biodynamic Planting Calendar which linked certain aspects of biodynamic farming to constellations within...
Avondale is blessed with the backdrop of the Klein Drakenstein Mountains, and views across vineyards to Paarl and its famous granite outcrop, Paarl Rock. The estate boasts 300 hectares of vines, fields and beautiful gardens in which our stunning Cape vernacular-style...
A highlight of the Avondale Calendar is our Biodynamic Luncheon – a chance to welcome visitors and friends to enjoy an afternoon indulging in fine food and our Avondale wines, and an opportunity to explain our biodynamic principles in a little more detail. On 24 May...
The new Avondale Members Club invites wine lovers into Avondale’s special Circle of Life and offers not just great rewards, but extraordinary experiences. There’s a 15% discount offered on a minimum of purchase of 24 bottles of Avondale Wines over a year. You can...
