We are delighted to announce a new seasonal exhibition in the recently introduced Ateljee on the estate. Entitled Landmarks, this exhibition focuses on an autumnal theme with leatherwork and watercolour painting and will run from 29 March to 8 June. Continuing the La Motte family’s passion for art, the Ateljee, meaning studio in Afrikaans, is a...

Late summer is the most charming season at La Motte. Harvest activities are still in full swing, but the energy is calm, cheerful and inviting. Choose to participate in the seasonal activities, relax under an age-old oak or enjoy all that is delicious to eat and drink from the charming Bakery, friendly new L’Ami Family...

Salads and Sauvignon Blanc are an unbeatable Summer combination. They can be quick and easy for weeknight suppers and light and refreshing for lazy weekend lunches. Here are a few of our favourites to enjoy with a crisp glass of 2024 La Motte Sauvignon Blanc!   Seared Squid, Blood Orange & Fennel Salad Greek-style Marinated Tomato...

La Motte’s renowned harvest-time mosbolletjies and a choice of harvest-inspired breads are available from the La Motte Bakery during February and March. Don't miss out on this season's special harvest selection by the baker duo of Markus Färbinger and Ricardo Slawers!  Over the years, Baker Ricardo's seasonal mosbolletjies have become a much-anticipated treat for anyone who...

Harvest-time is the most important time on a wine farm, but it is also a time to celebrate the joy of this special season. "It's too good not to share!", invites Cellarmaster Edmund Terblanche: "The vineyards love a cold and wet winter and that's what they got. Then we had a relative cool and dry...

The historic La Motte Wine Estate in Franschhoek is re-opening this December, inviting guests to a reimagining of the beloved family farm. With a grand launch set for 2025, this gentle unveiling of the estate’s new guest experiences marks La Motte’s journey toward a refreshed brand identity rooted in both the heart of the land...

The La Motte Bakery brings you the most unique holiday treat, the most elegant of festive desserts and the most original gift idea of the festive season. Introducing the La Motte L'Etoile: (French: [letwal], The Star)  This star-shaped bread baked using a sweet sourdough method is abundantly festive and decadently rich and fragrant, but also elegant in its modern...

 Shortbread Cookies Makes 15-20 (depending on cookie cutter size) Ingredients 215g unsalted butter, room temp 1 ¼ cup icing sugar, sifted 1 tsp table salt 2 cups cake flour 1 tsp vanilla extract For the royal icing 1 cup sifted icing sugar 1 egg white   Method Measure the flour, salt and icing sugar into...

Sometimes we get so caught up in the anticipation of the festive season that we don’t make the most of the special time leading up to the big days. Plan well to get your festive gifting done with easy shopping and well-considered choices and when it comes to entertaining, explore new options to ensure a...

These delicate cakes made with a combo of almond and hazelnut are nutty and delicious, complemented by a drizzle of chocolate ganache for a luxurious and indulgent treat. Serves: 9 Prep time: 5 minutesCook time: 20 minutesDifficulty: medium Financiers 100 g salted butter 30 g almond flour 35 g hazelnut flour 35 g cake flour...