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The La Motte Cabernet Sauvignon and La Motte Millennium are two stalwarts in the wine collection of any red wine enthusiast. Both wines echo the classic style of traditional Bordeaux claret and are acclaimed for their exceptional quality, maturation potential and affinity for the dinner table - especially with hearty and meaty winter fare.  Cellarmaster...

Winter in the Winelands is not only special because of the much-needed rain! It is also special because of the great indoor activity that is wine tasting.  While opening your favourite bottle is special regardless of where you are, there is something to be said for enjoying a proper tasting of the latest vintages, some well-matured wines...

A new exhibition, entitled Ink on Paper opens on 17 July in the La Motte Museum. The exhibition focuses on the main categories of printmaking, illustrated by a special selection of Rembrandt van Rijn etchings as well works by relevant South African artists and printmakers. The exhibition is on display until June 2019. JH Pierneef is considered...

"In a meat-eating country like South Africa, we need Cabernet Sauvignon. It is exceptional with red meat, especially lamb, and works beautifully with thyme and rosemary, herbs we often add to meat dishes", says La Motte Cellarmaster Edmund Terblanche.  Try our recipe for a braised shoulder of lamb and open a bottle of the 2017 La Motte Cabernet...

Even though it is perfectly enjoyable on its own, wine often comes with a few strings attached... For instance, when we drink it. Is it an intricate red to warm you up on a cold winter’s night or a refreshing number for summer sipping? Perhaps it is a complex wine to open when entertaining connoisseur...

Inspired by La Motte’s owner and internationally renowned mezzo-soprano, Hanneli Rupert-Koegelenberg, La Motte’s close association with classical music is celebrated by a series of classical music concerts presented in the beautiful Historic Cellar on the estate. An impressive line-up of both international and local artists will perform in the coming months. 14 July - French festivities with...

Syrah and venison is a wonderful winter combination! This Springbok Pie recipe promises to be a favourite with your loved ones, especially when served with the 2020 La Motte Syrah! Springbok Pie Recipe Springbok pie filling 1 kg    Springbok shoulder cut into cubes 300 g   Spek (Pig’s back fat) 3          Onions, peeled and sliced 3         ...

The 2017 La Motte Syrah harmonises perfectly with rich, flavourful dishes and grills, such as barbecued meat in a sticky, sweet sauce, stewed fruit and sweet aromatic spices. Try our recipe for smoked  free range pork belly and ribs with a thyme brown butter potato cake and a green apple and cider marmalade. Ingredients: Pork Belly...

As part of Shiraz South Africa's week-long celebration of Shiraz, La Motte will offer a special Syrah tasting as part of its regular line-up in the estate's Tasting Room. The La Motte Syrah Tasting will consist of four wines presented by one of the estate's well-informed and enthusiastic Wine Tasting Ambassadors, showcasing the diversity and...

We think Sauvignon Blanc is much more versatile than the expected pairing of goat’s cheese and asparagus. Having said that, it is brilliant with goat’s cheese and asparagus! Try this delightful recipe from our Cape Winelands Cuisine Cookbook and remember to enjoy it with a glass of our 2021 La Motte Sauvignon Blanc or 2020 Pierneef Sauvignon...