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Practical information
R45, Franschhoek, 7691
Open in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)Opening hours
Open daily 09:00–17:00.
Hours and address checked with Google, October 2026
At a glance
- Tasting
- Tastings from R80 per person.
- Hours
- Open daily 09:00–17:00.
- Food
- La Motte Artisanal Bakery & Garden Café and La Motte Wine Farm are on the estate.
- Children
- Suits families.
- Dogs
- Not allowed, according to Google.
- Good to know
- Has wheelchair access.
Prices and facilities from the estate's website, checked October 2026. Hours and other facilities from Google, updated October 2026. How we check
About
# La Motte Nestled in the heart of Franschhoek Valley, La Motte is a multigenerational estate belonging to the Rupert family that blends winemaking heritage with a commitment to sustainable farming practices. Beyond its vineyard offerings, the estate invites visitors into a richly layered experience encompassing fine dining, artisanal bakery, hiking trails, and cultural events that reflect the valley's creative spirit.
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair access
- Free parking
Experiences
Classic Tasting
TastingA tasting of three La Motte wines: La Famille Sauvignon Blanc, Vin de Joie Rosé, and Millennium Red.
Reserve Tasting
TastingA tasting of four premium wines: Cap Classique NV, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah.
Pierneef Tasting
TastingA tasting of the Pierneef Collection: Sauvignon Blanc and Atelier Syrah Viognier.
Flagship Tasting
TastingA single-wine tasting of the Hanneli R flagship wine.
Varietal Specific Tasting
TastingFour wines served in varietal-specific Riedel glasses. Tastings at 10:00, 11:00, 14:00 and 15:00 in the Vinoteque.
Prices as listed on the estate's website, checked October 2026.
Wines
35 wines
Hanneli R
Pierneef Collection Shiraz - Viognier
Pierneef Atelier
Straw
Syrah
Reserve Collection Chardonnay
Show all 35 winesAll 35 wines, by type
Red 21
- Hanneli R Grenache, Merlot, Carignan, Cinsault, Shiraz/Syrah4.4(1,194)
- Pierneef Collection Shiraz - Viognier4.1(9,049)
- Pierneef Atelier Shiraz/Syrah, Viognier4.2(168)
- Syrah3.9(8,125)
- Cellarmaster Vintage Selection Shiraz - Grenache4.0(73)
- Pierneef Collection Shiraz - Grenache3.9(322)
- Reserve Collection Syrah3.9(126)
- Platinum Collection Shiraz3.9(75)
- Reserve Collection Cabernet Sauvignon3.9(42)
- Platinum Collection Shiraz - Grenache3.8(145)
- Cabernet Sauvignon3.7(4,736)
- Millennium Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdot3.7(7,372)
- Platinum Collection Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot3.7(2,933)
- Platinum Collection Cabernet Sauvignon - Shiraz3.7(119)
- Cabernet Sauvignon - Shiraz Reserve3.6(98)
- Droom Red3.5(26)
- Merlot3.6(517)
- Platinum Collection Merlot3.6(938)
- Grand Rouge3.4(538)
- Musique Red BlendNot yet rated
- Pinot NoirNot yet rated
White 10
- Straw Viognier4.1(85)
- Reserve Collection Chardonnay4.0(94)
- Chardonnay3.9(118)
- Pierneef Collection Sauvignon Blanc3.8(3,090)
- Chardonnay3.7(2,289)
- Droom White Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc3.7(105)
- Sauvignon Blanc3.6(8,266)
- Collector's Edition SemillonNot yet rated
- Platinum Collection Chenin BlancNot yet rated
- SemillonNot yet rated
Rosé 2
- Vin de Joie Rosé3.8(612)
- Droom Rosé3.6(46)
Sparkling 2
- Méthode Cap Classique Pinot Noir, Chardonnay3.9(403)
- Reserve Collection Cap Classique Brut3.9(63)
Ratings from Vivino, September 2026. Vivino rates a wine once it has 25 ratings.
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Practical information
R45, Franschhoek, 7691
Open in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)Opening hours
Open daily 09:00–17:00.
Hours and address checked with Google, October 2026
Guides to Franschhoek
- Wine tasting prices in Franschhoek: what each estate chargesWhat a wine tasting costs at each Franschhoek estate, from the prices on their own websites: the standard tasting at every estate that publishes one, Cap Classique and pairings, the Wine Tram, booking, and how Franschhoek compares with the other valleys.
- How the Franschhoek Wine Tram works: lines, times and costsThe Franschhoek Wine Tram's five hop-on hop-off lines, the estates on each, how often the tram and its buses run, what a day costs once the tastings are added, and three sample days.