Seasonal onion tart recipe
Zwiebelkuchen is a German onion tart traditional to Swabia in south-central Germany. Custom is to enjoy this onion tart with the first fresh wines of the season and often the result is quite a...
View ArticleSustainable and Responsible
The 2017 Harvest Season in the Cape Winelands will be remembered for its challenging dry conditions. The drought’s influence on the wine grape harvest was however manageable and we are excited about...
View ArticleHarvest Report 2017
For a winemaker, harvest time is about the quality of the grapes and the smooth sailing of cellar processes. Not entirely though. “Of course, I would not have had a job if the grapes and the cellar...
View ArticleSauvignon Blanc Deconstructed by Christine Rudman
Sauvignon Blanc is the fastest growing white variety and has become the most popular dry white wine in South Africa, for very good reasons. The drinker knows what to expect, the flavours are fresh and...
View ArticleA warm winter at La Motte
Winter in Franschhoek is romantic and inviting and at La Motte we would like to warm you up with award-winning wines, traditional cuisine, classical music and social fireplaces. See the winter...
View ArticleWinter Cake with a difference
The earthy flavours of rosemary, parsnip, roasted nuts and mushrooms combine in Chef Michelle Theron’s version of a winter vegetables side dish. A dense and delightful cake that when served with the...
View ArticleLa Motte’s French heritage firmly rooted
With the annual Bastille Festival soon to be held in the Valley, it is an appropriate time to celebrate our French heritage. Apart from associating closely with the French lifestyle in our enjoyment of...
View ArticleHein’s letter Winter E News
With the Western Cape encountering the worst drought since 1904, we need a very wet winter. A Winelands winter is so underrated. Not only is it an extremely important time for the vines to be dormant...
View ArticleAn Evening of Vintage Wine & Venison
Enjoying international acclaim for the quality of its food and wine offering, La Motte wine estate’s passionate wine and culinary team invites guests to an evening of Vintage Wine and Venison in...
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A season for taste and tradition
Seasonal cooking became fashionable again a few years ago. And the truth is, it should never have gone out of fashion! It makes so much sense from a sustainability, economic, health as well as taste...
View ArticleTour 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 harvest with a Harvest Tour and Tasting. Join in the harvest experiences...
View ArticleHein’s letter: E News Festive Edition 2016
Each year goes quicker than the one before! And perhaps, I thought recently, it is because our lives are filled with so much blessings. At La Motte, we really have been blessed this year. We had a...
View ArticleLa Motte opens private rose garden for Franschhoek Open Gardens
Participating in the annual Franschhoek Open Gardens, La Motte Wine Estate will open its private rose gardens to the public during the weekend of 21 to 23 October 2016. Visitors to Franschhoek Open...
View ArticleFestive Recipe: Blanch Mange
An impressive dessert is an integral part of Christmas tradition. Chef Michelle Theron was inspired by the modern white beauty and the rich history of the Blanc Mange. This dessert has been written...
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