Avondale Qvevri

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.

A unique blend for Avondale Qvevri

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. 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.

The scent and taste of Avondale Qvevri

This 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.