La Motte Wine Estate in Franschhoek welcomes guests to a reimagined experience

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Taste the Terroir – a celebration of Sauvignon Blanc

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...

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Sculpture Talk by Theo and Toby Megaw

Home to the beautiful sculpted works by acclaimed South African sculptors, father Theo Megaw and son Toby Megaw, La Motte Wine Estate invites you to a walkabout with the two artists, visiting the various sculptures on the estate. Along the walk, nine sculptures will be visited – from the major commission piece, the welcoming Wine...

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“A family who eats together, stays together”

“A family who eats together, stays together” This well-known expression has never been so important. The world has changed and sitting down to breakfast, lunch or dinner is not such an easy thing to do! Often families rush off to work and school in the mornings, grabbing some fruit or eating porridge on the run....

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Harvest Recipe – Grape Focaccia

Chef Michelle Theron and Ricardo Slawers from the Pierneef à La Motte bakery share a recipe for a delicious harvest-inspired focaccia – perfect for this time of year! A firm favourite of guests to the estate, this Italian-style flatbread is ideal on its own or when dipped into olive oil. Quite easy to make, it...

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South African Wine Estate stands out in 2016 Drinks International Wine Tourism Awards

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,...

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Sweets for my Sweet on Valentine’s Day

Looking for an original way to treat your loved one on Valentine’s Day? Play an old-fashioned tune, dish up some sugar and spice and add some sophistication with a beautiful glass of well-chilled La Motte Straw Wine! It is as easy as one, two, three: 1. Get the La Motte Straw Wine from our Tasting...

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Cool climate 2015 Pierneef Sauvignon Blanc – elegant and intricate

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...

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La Motte: Tour, Talk and Taste the Harvest

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...

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La Motte and Pierneef – the association

La Motte’s association with the art of Jacob Hendrik Pierneef dates back to early 2002, with the creation of the estate’s premium wine, the Pierneef Collection. Ever since, Pierneef’s love for that which is truly South African, as well as his passion for his art are echoed in more than just the name of this...

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