Our Vineyards
Working with Nature
At Avondale we have joined forces with Nature to help mitigate the impact of monoculture on the environment. We are constantly learning from Nature and emulating its ways of sustaining an ecosystem to the advantage of our vines.
Avondale currently has 70 hectares of land planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Semillon, Chenin Blanc, Shiraz, Mourvedre, Grenache, Viognier, Rousanne and Chardonnay vines.
We find our rewards for this in our yields of premium quality grapes that are full of delicious, natural flavour. This enables us to make our great-tasting wines naturally with no artificial additives required to alter a wine compromised by the poor farming of the grapes.
Our Eco-system
Organic & Biodynamic Farming
Avondale’s 70 hectares of vineyards feature a diverse range of varietals. They are certified organic by the Dutch-based Control Union, one of Europe’s leading certification authorities. This provides accreditation to the German Bio Nach EG-Öko Verordnung, Britain’s Soil Association, and the USDA certification in the United States of America.
We embrace biodynamic practices to enhance soil fertility, water purity, and biodiversity, ensuring premium grape quality without artificial additives. Our approach harmonises with nature to produce wines of exceptional natural flavour.
We use natural predators and beneficial organisms to manage pests, including beneficial bacteria, predatory wasps, and our signature Pekin ducks. These methods maintain ecological balance and reduce the need for artificial pest control.
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Water, Soil & Biodiversity
Avondale benefits from pure, natural spring water for our vineyards, using gravity-fed irrigation and sophisticated moisture probes to conserve water. Our waste water system mimics natural purification processes, ensuring sustainable water use and minimal environmental impact.
With 13 different soil types, Avondale ensures optimal vine growth by planting in specific soil pockets and using re-mineralisation to restore soil health. This diverse soil management supports a rich ecosystem, contributing to the exceptional quality of our wines.
Avondale is committed to enhancing biodiversity across our estate. From clearing alien vegetation to nurturing indigenous plants, our efforts foster a thriving ecosystem with diverse wildlife, reflecting the health of our environment.
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Modern Technology & Energy
Embracing biodynamic farming, Avondale connects deeply with the cosmos to support the balance and vitality of our farm. Our practices honour traditional agricultural wisdom, enriching our vineyards and the quality of our wines.
“I thought the Avondale MCC was wonderful – I particularly loved its biscuity flavour. I was enchanted by the cosmology that has been created for the whole range, which carries Avondale’s organic and biodynamic farming methods into the branding. It’s a new favourite!”
Graham Wood, Deputy editor – HOUSE AND LEISURE