{"product_id":"south-africa-franschhoek-la-motte","title":"La Motte","description":"\u003cp\u003eLa Motte is a wine estate in the Franschhoek Valley, with vineyards first planted in 1752. The property holds four provincial monuments: the Manor House from 1758, a Jonkershuis from 1752, an Historic Cellar built between 1770-1782, and the only working water mill in the Franschhoek Valley. The mill still operates and can be seen during Wednesday morning historic walks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe estate produces a range of wines, including Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cap Classique sparkling wine, which you can sample in the tasting room. The vineyards were replanted with noble varieties under Dr. Anton Rupert's ownership starting in 1970, and the modern cellar dates from this period of development.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeyond wine, the estate includes a bakery, farm shop selling local crafts, and L'Ami Family Brasserie serving open-fire cuisine. The Ateljee space hosts art workshops focusing on techniques like textile painting and watercolor. The water mill, dating to the late 18th century, remains a working feature of the estate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"South Africa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51948663439580,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/8256\/8156\/files\/la-motte-weinkellerei-r45-franschhoek-south-africa-01.webp?v=1783252358","url":"https:\/\/murmurgo.com\/products\/south-africa-franschhoek-la-motte","provider":"Murmurgo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}