La Motte's MCC originates from Franschhoek and the Chardonnay as well as the Pinot Noir grapes, from which the wine was made, were produced on La Motte. Vineyards grow against a southern slope 200 meters above sea level.

Growing conditions were predominantly problem-free with an ideal cold and wet winter leading up to the 2023 harvest. De- spite wintery weather persisting, budding went well and the cooler early summer re- sulted in exceptional flavour development.

The vineyard rows run in an east-west direc- tion and the soil is Clovelly with a high sand content. Vines are trellised according to the Perold system, with drip irrigation. Vineyards are managed to maintain a perfect balance between leaf coverage and yield and are managed biologically.

The grapes were harvested at between 18 and 20 Balling degrees and the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir were fermented separately. Bunches were whole-pressed and the juice was allowed to settle, whereafter the clear juice was cool-fermented. Fermentation was followed by blending in the ratio 61% Char- donnay and 39% Pinot Noir. A portion of the Pinot Noir was from the 2020 vintage and was matured in barrels for 36 months. After stabilisation, the wine was sweetened and inoculated and then bottled. Fermentation was in the bottles and the wine was matured on the lees for 16 months. The wine is Brut Nature - no sweet- ening was added during disgorgement. Disgorge- ment was in November 2024 and 3600 bottles were released.

A bone dry MCC with natural perceived sweetness because of long aging on the lees. An attractive bouquet of citrus, brioche and nuts with fine bub- bles brings an exciting presence on the palate and the big Chardonnay portion brings finesse and leaves a refreshing finish.

Alcohol 12.26% vol
Residual sugar 1,6 g/l
Total acid 7,7 g/l
pH 3,23