La Motte

The La Motte winery in Franschhoek is a meeting point of the fine arts – winemaking and the exquisite vocal artistry of Henneli Rupert, South Africa's star mezzo-soprano and winery owner. She took over the estate, acquired by her father Dr. Anton Rupert in 1970, after his death and today, together with her husband Hanneli Rupert-Koegelenberg, CEO of La Motte, leads the company. Edmund Terblanche is responsible for the winemaking at La Motte. Under his guidance, the La Motte Sauvignon Blanc has become one of the benchmark wines in South Africa, a staple on restaurant wine lists. For red wines, La Motte focuses heavily on Syrah and Syrah blends.