Celebrating the most important time of year on a wine farm, we invite guests to participate in the excitement and energy of the 2016 harvest with a Harvest Tour and Tasting. Join in the harvest experiences with a vineyard tour presented by a well-informed Wine Ambassador introducing the various varieties and explaining the harvest practices...

All contributing their unique profiles, grapes used in the complex, yet vibrant La Motte Sauvignon Blanc originate from the best Sauvignon Blanc-growing areas in the Western Cape – Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, Durbanville, Darling as well as the cool-climate vineyards of Walker Bay and Elim, certified as Wine of Origin: South Coast. Eager to share the importance...

Commended by the international judging panel for its standout entry, variety of experiences, as well as the thought and detail behind its offering, La Motte has again been acknowledged by the Drinks International Wine Tourism Awards as Best Food and Wine Matching Experience. This is the third time La Motte has won this prestigious award,...

Made from grapes sourced in the new Wine of Origin Cape South Coast area with its cool climate, the 2015 vintage of Pierneef Sauvignon Blanc is a wonderful example of the versatility of this variety. Ideal as a refreshing aperitif and an elegant glassful on warm summer’s evenings, it is also an exceptional partner to...

Celebrating the most important time of year on a wine farm, we invite guests to participate in the excitement and energy of the 2016 harvest. Day-time Harvest Tour and Tasting, starting on Tuesday, 26 January for the duration of the harvest Tour, Taste and Talk the Harvest Evening, on Thursday, 11 February Day-time Harvest Tasting...

The internationally recognised Wine Tourism Experience offer by La Motte has received further acknowledgement during the announcement of the 2016 results of the annual Great Wine Capitals of the World Best of Wine Tourism Competition in Bilbao, Spain. La Motte won the South African category for Wine Tourism Service for its excellence in the cellar...

Reaffirming Franschhoek-based La Motte wine estate’s status as a producer of fine wines, its 2013 Pierneef Syrah Viognier has collected the 2015 Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine and Spirit Competition’s trophy for Best South African Wine. The competition results were announced at the Hong Kong International Wine and Spirit Fair on Thursday, 5 November....

Usually consisting out of a predominant blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, Champagne and its global equivalents such as the South African Méthode Cap Classique, can be an exceptional companion on the dinner table. It is the intrinsic character of the individual elements and how they blend and mature, that often result in an outstanding...

“While initially closed and reserved, I am increasingly impressed with the 2012 vintage”, says La Motte Cellarmaster Edmund Terblanche. “With a lower yield and fairly cool growing season, the 2012 red wines at La Motte are showing good colour, complexity, concentrated flavours and elegance – all that is expected from the estate’s award-winning Classic Collection.”...