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Why do we drink more red wine in winter? Is there something more than the serving temperature convincing us to choose red as our winter warmer? While we believe in the beauty of white wines in winter too, it is hard to deny the charm of a deep red in your glass when it is...

La Motte Wine Estate in the picturesque Franschhoek Valley is one of South Africa’s leading wine destinations with a rich French Huguenot winemaking heritage, an acclaimed wine experience offering and an internationally renowned wine portfolio. But more than the award-winning and popular wines, the estate has a selection of wine treasures that reflect the charm...

Wine’s most alluring characteristic must be the flow that aromas, flavours and textures unlock in memory and imagination. Clifford Roberts muses on this rare ability of La Motte Chardonnay. It was thoughts on a wine cultivar that spiraled me back to JL Carr’s wonderful 1980 novel, A Month in the Country.  In one memorable line,...

We all have a go-to wine and at La Motte, the obvious white choice is the popular La Motte Sauvignon Blanc. This versatile wine joins each and every occasion and celebration on the estate. No gathering of friends or family goes without a few glasses of the refreshing white being poured and pretty pale-yellow glasses...

Inspired by its current art exhibition, entitled Van Horison tot Horison, La Motte presents a sensory experience of note - an exclusive evening showcasing the beauty of art in all its facets. Guests are invited to visit the La Motte Ateljee to enjoy the latest exhibition that explores the South African landscape by placing contemporary...

The slow swirl of Chardonnay inspires us to enjoy wine with all our senses. More than smell, taste and mouthfeel, also enjoy a feast for the eyes with its seductive swirl in the glass while listening to its soft, swishing sound. But the swirl does more. It also inspires us to take our taste buds...

Redolent of citrus and summertime, this easy no-churn ice cream uses readymade lemon curd to flavour a vanilla base. Crumbled ginger biscuits can be added into the ice cream or as a topping once served. Prep time: 10 mins plus freezing /Serves: 8 to 16 Ingredients: –    1x 385g tin condensed milk–    1.2...

A classic seafood recipe of French origin, Sole Meunière is served in a silky butter-based sauce flavoured with capers, fresh parsley and lots of lemon – making it a natural pairing with La Motte 2024 Reserve Collection Chardonnay. Prep time: 15 mins: /Cook time: 10 mins: /Serves: 2 Ingredients: –    2 large sole, approx.150g...

Leeks go meltingly tender when simmered slowly in butter and are especially enjoyable in this freeform galette with two different kinds of cheese. This simple recipe makes a light and elegant lunchtime treat.  Prep time: 30 mins /Cook time: 30 mins /Serves: 6 Ingredients: –    700g leeks, rinsed and sliced into 1cm rounds–  ...

A exotic alternative to brunch, Turkish Eggs are spicy and satisfying, with the rich browned chilli butter pairing deliciously with La Motte 2024 Reserve Collection Chardonnay. Prep time: 10 mins /Cook time: 5 mins /Serves: 2 Ingredients: –    4 large organic eggs (from the fridge)–    300ml thick Greek yoghurt–    1 large garlic...