Jonty's Ducks Pekin White 2020

Avondale Wine

Jonty's Ducks Pekin White
2020

  • Organic
  • Biodynamic
Country
South Africa
Regulated designation
Wine of origin (WO)
Region
Western Cape
Subregion
Coastal Region, Paarl
Varietal(s)
Chenin Blanc 85 %
Roussanne 5 %
Viognier 3 %
Sémillon 2 %
Alcohol percentage
13.5%
Colour
White
Sugar
Dry
Sugar content
3 g/l
PH
3.32
Aging potential
Drink now or keep for up to 4 years.
Producer's website

About this winery

Our ethos, Terra Est Vita meaning ‘Soil is Life’ encapsulates our view of Avondale Estate as a dynamic living system where soil, water and energy; plants, animals and people;even our buildings, are part of a complex web of relationships and networks, interconnected and interdependent. Premium Quality Wines– Our commitment to promoting life does not only lead to Mother Nature’s approval of our healthy, balanced vineyard ecosystem; it also ensures the premium quality of Avondale’s...

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Product notes

Owner Johnathan Grieve employs a “posse” of ducks, which patrol the vineyard looking for and destroying snails, which eat the vines. The ducks are an eco-friendly way to avoid using harmful chemical poisons to kill pests and act as the guardians of the vines on Avondale.

Production notes

The grapes were picked between 22° and 23 °B into press as whole bunches, and left to settle in tank overnight. The wine was fermented with wild yeast at between 18 and 24ºC for ageing. A portion was fermented in used oak barrels (500 liter). Both the tank and barrel portions were kept on the lees for six to nine months and stirred frequently. The barrel portion was blended back.

Tasting notes

Pure fruit of lime, grapefruit, pineapple, quince, with just a dash of honey on the nose. The palate is dense with ripe flavours and juicy with tangy peach and brie flavours, delivered with good intensity and freshness. These mouthwatering flavours linger on the palate.