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The versatility of an elegant rosé is one of the reasons this style of wine is so popular. Enjoy the 2021 La Motte Vin de Joie Rosé as a glass on its own, pour generous glasses with informal Mediterranean-style platters, leafy salads, seafood paella and finely sliced Charcuterie or make Chef Eric's delicious Salade niçoise-inspired...

La Motte is introducing a new addition to its well-known portfolio of wines – a French-style rosé called Vin de Joie. The 2021 La Motte Vin de Joie Rosé is an elegant choice that promises to bring joy: whether it is a social joy - having a glass of wine with friends as part of...

During the Franschhoek Art & Wine Weekend on 23 and 24 October, you can join us at La Motte to create your own tapestry with Andie Reeves, visit the various art exhibitions on the estate, enjoy a self-guided Sculpture Walk, attend our October Classical Music Concert or book for one of two special Wine Tasting Experiences...

La Motte Wine Estate was recently recognised in the annual South African Young Wine Show awards for the Paarl Region, which includes wineries from Paarl, Wellington, Franschhoek and Tulbagh. The 2021 La Motte Sémillon destined as a blending component for the much-loved Pierneef Sauvignon Blanc, received the Champion Trophy for Sémillon, while the estate was...

There’s something about Syrah that works beautifully with venison. Or perhaps it is the other way round! But Syrah understands the flavours that also work well with venison. Earthy notes, a subtle smokiness, fragrant herbs and spices and the charm of fruity sweetness. Our bumper venison burger is a moreish treat that works wonderful with a...

In a world where disembodied virtual experiences have become the order of the day, Threads of Synergy – a new exhibition of South African tapestry art in the La Motte Museum - pays homage to the artisans’ presence in the making. This exhibition of large-scale tapestries calls for a tactile encounter, regaining sensitivity towards surfaces...

La Motte’s Syrah wines are acclaimed for their elegance. Perhaps the wines find their classic style in the origin of the grapes - a natural fruitiness from the Franschhoek Valley and the cool climate complexities from the Cape South Coast. Perhaps it is winemaking inspiration from France, where La Motte’s vinicultural heritage began or perhaps...

Each July when we celebrate our French heritage, we revisit some traditional recipes. While French chefs have lead the way when it comes to classic techniques and recipes, there is much more to French cuisine than the picture perfect pâtisserie, soufflé and confit - in fact, the best known French recipes are for rustic and hearty...

With a traditional focus, this Cassoulet is based on the Castelnaudary-style with a crunchy bread crumb topping.  Come-together Cassoulet (serves 12) Ingredients DUCK CONFIT 6 duck legs 6 Tbs salt 4 sprigs thyme 4  garlic cloves, smashed 1 Tbs black peppercorns 2 oranges, zest only 500 g duck fat Prick skin on duck legs all over...

Cassoulet is France plats à partager (dish to share) and it is this wonderful spirit of sharing that Cellarmaster Edmund Terblanche experienced when, as a young and hungry winemaker in France, a Frenchman shared a plate of Cassoulet with him. Since that experience he has been trying his own hand at making Cassoulet using local ingredients - he has...