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"In 2020 La Motte celebrates 50 years of being in our family. It is with so much gratitude in our hearts that we look back over these years. From the initial planting of vineyards and restoration of the historic buildings on the estate, to establishing the quality expectations associated with the La Motte brand today....

Regardless of the season or occasion, we think bread should always have a special place on your table. Even if you don't have the time or energy for baking,  you might consider trying Chef Eric's focaccia recipe. It really is as uncomplicated as it comes, delicious and so versatile! Serve it with a salad for lunch,...

As part of the fiftieth jubilee of La Motte's ownership by Hanneli Rupert-Koegelenberg and her family, she shares an exhibition showing some favourite works from her collection as well as the family collection. The exhibition acknowledges her appreciation of the arts and their preservation, a passion she shares with her late parents, Dr Anton and...

A juicy pork roast is very much part of the festive season. Try Chef Eric's recipe with a must jam and whole grain mustard glaze. Delicious! 1 x 8-Bone pork loin (chime bone on) 2 x Medium Onions Salt and pepper 150 g  Must jam 30 g Whole grain mustard 20 Cloves The day before: Ask your...

Lamb is always a special treat and there is no better place than the festive table to serve a beautiful and succulent rack of lamb! Chef Eric's recipe uses the traditional flavours of rosemary and garlic and there's no better choice than the 2017 La Motte Cabernet Sauvignon to enjoy with the meat. Festive Rack of...

Seasonal cherries are delicious when used in this rustic French dessert. Bake it while you enjoy your festive meal and serve it warm from the oven with sweetened whipped crème fraîche. Enjoy with a lovely glass of 2016 La Motte Méthode Cap Classique. For the filling: 450 g fresh cherries, stoned 2 level Tbsp granulated sugar 2...

One of life's biggest treats is when someone bakes you a pillowy soufflé for dessert. But as elegant and sophisticated as the soufflé might be for the diner, it often is the cook's biggest fear. Why? Not because the recipe is difficult to make, but because everyone fears that the beautifully raised darlings will deflate the moment...

2020 was a very tough year for the South African wine industry, but we are delighted with the international recognition La Motte wines received during the year. La Motte Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 – Top 100 SA WINNER & National Wine Challenge DOUBLE PLATINUM La Motte Syrah 2018 – National Wine Challenge DOUBLE GOLD La Motte...

La Motte Chardonnay is made exclusively from grapes grown on the estate and true to the Franschhoek Valley’s reputation for exceptional quality Chardonnay, the newly released 2019 La Motte Chardonnay was recognised by the Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition with both a gold medal and the trophy for Best Chardonnay! While...

No-one could have predicted the catastrophic consequences that COVID-19 would have across the world with its impact having been felt across nearly all industries. South Africa’s wine sector acutely felt the impact with Wines of South Africa (Wosa) reporting that the sector is running at a R7.5 billion loss, with over 21 000 jobs lost...