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Avondale Jonty's Ducks Pekin Red 2014 Wine Review

Avondale Jonty's Ducks Pekin Red 2014

Avondale Jonty's Ducks Pekin Red 2014

Paarl W.O., South Africa

Community Score:88/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $18.95

Drink: 2018-2022

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 14.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Avondale

Agent: Rare Earth Wines

Natalie's Score: 88/100

Avondale`s Jonty's Ducks Pekin Red 2014 is a lush and juicy red wine blend of Shiraz, Cab Sauv, Merlot, Cab Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. Grapes for this wine are organically grown in the Paarl wine region and the wine's name comes from the ducks that owner Johnathan Grieve has to take care of the snails and other pests that hang around the vineyard. On the palate, there is smoky blackberry, dark plum, earthy florals, underbrush and soft vanilla flavours. Pair with grilled meats.

Food pairings: bison stew, beef rib, venison stroganoff.

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This Avondale Jonty's Ducks Pekin Red 2014 was reviewed on February 26, 2020 by Natalie MacLean

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From the Paarl wine region, Avondale`s Jonty's Ducks Pekin Red 2014 is a great value red blend of Shiraz, Cab Sauv, Merlot, Cab Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. This organic full-bodied, juicy red wine gets its name from the ducks that owner Johnathan (Jonty) Grieve employs to take care of the snails and other pests in the vineyard. Look for earthy flavours alongside ripe red and dark berry fruit. Enjoy now and pair with grilled meats. - Community Wine Reviews

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