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Tuesday, 24 June, 2025

La Motte: 8 reasons to visit this Franschhoek family farm

Majestic oak trees, centuries of heritage and a beautiful new heart to this historic family estate.

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Friday, 20 June, 2025

National Wine Challenge Double Gold Awards 2025

For wine lovers on the lookout for awarded wines of great quality, this category of fine wine in the National Wine Challenge is perfect!

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Monday, 16 June, 2025

Another first at La Motte: Estate Extra Virgin Olive Oil

La Motte is delighted to introduce its first Estate Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

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Tuesday, 10 June, 2025

National Wine Challenge / Top 100 SA Wine results 2025

Award results for the National Wine Challenge 2025's Top 100 / Double Platinum winners.

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Friday, 30 May, 2025

Uncover art in the Cape Winelands: Inspiring experiences for art and wine lovers

From unique art galleries to sip-and-paint workshops, explore the Cape Winelands' most inspiring art experiences.

wine.co.za, Jeanine Malan

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Tuesday, 27 May, 2025

Historic Wines of the Cape announces new CEO

Historic Wines of the Cape, the managerial company of La Motte and Leopard's Leap, has appointed Kobie Lochner as its new CEO.

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Monday, 26 May, 2025

Artistry in the cellar: La Motte releases 2020 Pierneef Atelier and 2024 Pierneef Sauvignon Blanc

The new vintage releases of La Motte's acclaimed Pierneef duo brings a new look and name.

Thursday, 15 May, 2025

Capture the moods of May at La Motte

From misty mornings to bright afternoons, May has many moods.

Tuesday, 8 April, 2025

Autumn is in the air

Bring your friends for lunch at L'Ami Family Brasserie, taste the latest vintages, or enjoy the bread-based menu at the bakery.

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Thursday, 27 March, 2025

La Motte Ateljee introduces 'Landmarks', a new interactive art experience themed for autumn

La Motte is delighted to announce a new seasonal exhibition in the recently introduced Ateljee on the estate.

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Tuesday, 18 March, 2025

Wine farms that understand the essence of slow travel

Slow travel is about taking time to explore – and South Africa’s winelands are perfect for it.

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Monday, 3 March, 2025

March on La Motte

Late summer is the most charming season at La Motte. Harvest activities are still in full swing, but the energy is calm, cheerful and inviting.

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Tuesday, 18 February, 2025

Harvest 2025 – it's a celebration!

The most exciting time in the Cape Winelands has arrived with the harvest kicking off. La Motte invites you to be part of the harvest-time joys!

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Friday, 14 February, 2025

The best wine harvest festivals in the Cape Winelands - Part 2

From a vineyard walk to old-school grape stomping, here's part 2 of our list of the best wine harvest festivals in the Cape Winelands.

wine.co.za, Jeanine Malan

Tuesday, 4 February, 2025

Experience the joy of harvest time at La Motte

Harvest-time is the most important time on a wine farm, but it is also a time to celebrate the joy of this special season.

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