Description
A vibrant and elegant MCC with expressive aromas of citrus, brioche and roasted cashew. The palate is
finely textured with delicate bubbles, refined length and finesse. Notes of lemon meringue linger on the
finish, carried by a subtle mineral edge.
finely textured with delicate bubbles, refined length and finesse. Notes of lemon meringue linger on the
finish, carried by a subtle mineral edge.
The vineyards grow in a variety of soil types and climatic conditions. All are trellised to ensure optimal canopy management and even ripening. Grapes are harvested between 18° and 20° Balling. Whole-bunch pressing is followed by separate fermentation of each component before blending. The final blend, completed in 2023, includes 20% reserve wine, half of which was matured in older French oak barrels. After blending, the wine was sweetened, inoculated with cultured yeast and bottled for secondary fermentation. The bottles spent 24 months on the lees before disgorgement and final corking under wire muzzle.
Winemaker : Edmund Terblanche
Winemaker : Edmund Terblanche
Situated in the beautiful Franschhoek Valley in South Africa’s Cape Winelands, La Motte is home to fine wines recognized internationally for their exceptional quality. With its picturesque setting, traditional cuisine, and historic charm, La Motte is an enchanting choice for those who appreciate the finer things in life.
La Motte was acquired in 1970 by the late Dr. Anton Rupert, an internationally respected industrialist who established a global business empire and was held in high regard as a committed conservationist. Dr. Rupert and his art-devoted wife, Huberte, also played an immense role in the preservation of art. While there has been a dedication to producing top-quality wine at La Motte since its acquisition by Dr. Rupert in 1970, the estate has also shown a distinct commitment to uplifting and empowering its people.
Environmental management is a high priority at La Motte and is factored into the long-term strategy as well as the daily running of the estate. Examples of environmental care include the protection of precious natural flora known as “fynbos” on the adjoining Wemmershoek Mountains and adherence to biological principles in the production of grapes, flowers, and essential oils. La Motte was one of the first wine estates to be awarded the coveted ISO 14001 Environmental Management Certification.
La Motte was acquired in 1970 by the late Dr. Anton Rupert, an internationally respected industrialist who established a global business empire and was held in high regard as a committed conservationist. Dr. Rupert and his art-devoted wife, Huberte, also played an immense role in the preservation of art. While there has been a dedication to producing top-quality wine at La Motte since its acquisition by Dr. Rupert in 1970, the estate has also shown a distinct commitment to uplifting and empowering its people.
Environmental management is a high priority at La Motte and is factored into the long-term strategy as well as the daily running of the estate. Examples of environmental care include the protection of precious natural flora known as “fynbos” on the adjoining Wemmershoek Mountains and adherence to biological principles in the production of grapes, flowers, and essential oils. La Motte was one of the first wine estates to be awarded the coveted ISO 14001 Environmental Management Certification.
* Prior vintage described.
