Description
La Motte Syrah 2024 is a full-bodied Franschhoek red shaped by a range of mountain and valley-floor vineyards. Differences in altitude, soil, clone, and microclimate bring both richness and lift to the final wine, giving it the ripe fruit expected from the region while preserving freshness and savory detail. A small portion of Durif adds further color and structure.
The palate is generous and composed, with ripe dark fruit supported by supple tannins and measured oak. Careful extraction keeps the texture polished, while the wine’s savory character gives it strong food-pairing versatility. It would pair especially well with grilled meats, peppercorn-crusted steak, game served with stewed fruit or warm spices, sticky barbecue dishes, or charred vegetables.
This is a Syrah with immediate presence and enough structure to develop further over the next several years.
The palate is generous and composed, with ripe dark fruit supported by supple tannins and measured oak. Careful extraction keeps the texture polished, while the wine’s savory character gives it strong food-pairing versatility. It would pair especially well with grilled meats, peppercorn-crusted steak, game served with stewed fruit or warm spices, sticky barbecue dishes, or charred vegetables.
This is a Syrah with immediate presence and enough structure to develop further over the next several years.
The Syrah was sourced from estate vineyards between 10 and 30 years old, planted across several blocks at elevations of 200 to 300 meters. The sites include sandstone- and granite-derived soils, ranging from heavier slope soils to sandier, well-drained valley-floor parcels.
The grapes were harvested ripe but still firm, cooled overnight, fully destemmed, and fermented as whole berries in stainless steel with selected yeasts. Fermentation took place at 24 to 28°C with twice-daily pump-overs and aeration. Most lots were pressed before fermentation was complete to soften extraction and preserve elegance. The wine matured for 14 months in 300L French oak barrels, 30% new, with 15% Durif included in the final blend.
Winemaker: Edmund Terblanche
The grapes were harvested ripe but still firm, cooled overnight, fully destemmed, and fermented as whole berries in stainless steel with selected yeasts. Fermentation took place at 24 to 28°C with twice-daily pump-overs and aeration. Most lots were pressed before fermentation was complete to soften extraction and preserve elegance. The wine matured for 14 months in 300L French oak barrels, 30% new, with 15% Durif included in the final blend.
Winemaker: Edmund Terblanche
Situated in the beautiful Franschhoek Valley in South Africa’s Cape winelands, La Motte is home to the finest wines, recognized internationally for 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, Hubert, also played an immense role in the preservation of art. As much as 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 responsibility towards 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 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 biologic principles in the production of grapes, flowers and ethereal 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, Hubert, also played an immense role in the preservation of art. As much as 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 responsibility towards 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 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 biologic principles in the production of grapes, flowers and ethereal oils. La Motte was one of the first wine estates to be awarded the coveted ISO 14001 Environmental Management Certification.
