Inspired by La Motte’s owner Hanneli Rupert-Koegelenberg, music lover and celebrated mezzo-soprano, classical music concerts are presented in the beautiful La Motte historic cellar, where a sociable atmosphere enhances the finest performances.

From our Cape Winelands Cuisine cookbook, page 95

Celebrating International Tourism Day on 27 September in style, the Cape Winelands District Municipality last night announced the winners in its annual Mayoral Tourism Awards. La Motte Wine Estate in the Franschhoek Valley was recognized as the winner in the category for Tourism Destination of the Year.

La Motte’s Millennium is a trusted choice when it comes to South African red wines and one of the first successful Bordeaux-style blends made in this country. La Motte has now released the 2016 edition of the La Motte Millennium consisting of Merlot (51%), Cabernet Franc (30%), Petit Verdot (9%) and Malbec (10%).

Winter in the Franschhoek Valley is a not-to-be-missed experience! With vineyards and oak trees bare, the architecture of the Cape Dutch homesteads and the backdrop of majestic mountains create the perfect ambience for warming meals and fire-side wine tastings.

Expect a fresh interpretation to the acclaimed wine and food experience on Franschhoek-based La Motte Wine Estate. With an eye on global culinary trends and embracing the signature modern focus of newly appointed executive chef, Eric Bulpitt, Pierneef à La Motte Restaurant is shining a new light on heritage cuisine.

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.

La Motte Wine Estate is delighted to announce the appointment of acclaimed Chef Eric Bulpitt as the new Executive Chef of Pierneef à La Motte Restaurant. He will commence duties on 1 May 2018.

Top image: La Motte CEO Hein Koegelenberg celebrates the estate’s acknowledgement as Drinks International Best Food & Wine Matching Experience with Cellarmaster Edmund Terblanche and Chef Gregory Caci from Pierneef à La Motte Restaurant.

The energy of harvest time in the Winelands is infectious! To share the excitement, La Motte wine estate in the Franschhoek Valley invites guests to participate in a special Harvest Experience presented for the duration of the 2018 harvest.