La Luna

Enjoy with charcuterie and olive tapenade or rosemary encrusted leg of lamb.

La Luna is a Bordeaux Blend made from 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot and 4% Malbec organically-grown grapes. The vines, ranging from 14 to 25 years in age provide a low yield of between 4 and 8 tons of high quality fruit.

Malolactic fermentation took place in 225-litre French Oak barrels. These varied from 1st to 3rd fills ensuring mild wood integration. The wines went through a number of gentle rackings before being returned to the barrels to age for 12 to 16 months. The wine was lightly filtered.

The grapes of these noble cultivars were picked cold in the early mornings between 23 ̊ and 24 o Balling. The different batches of fruit were de-stemmed, gently crushed and went into tanks for 2 to 3 days. Fermentation on the skins peaked between 30 ̊ and 32 o Celsius and lasted from 7 to 10 days. Our healthy grapes enabled a long post-fermentation maceration that took place over 25 to 30 days.

Established by the Grieve family, Avondale Wine Estate has long been a pioneer of sustainable viticulture. With over two decades of dedication to certified organic and biodynamic farming, we are proud to offer wines that honour the land we nurture. Our family’s commitment to responsible farming ensures that we leave a thriving, biodiverse ecosystem for future generations. OUR ETHOS Family, farm, heritage and craftsmanship Discover a wine farm where family, sustainability, heritage, and artisanal craftsmanship come together. Today, Avondale Wine Estate is a place where the past and present unite in harmony. From vibrant vineyards to handcrafted wines, it reflects a deep connection to nature, family, and the future.