La Motte Millenium Sa

La Motte Millennium is a South African red wine in the Bordeaux style, renowned for its complexity, elegant structure, and ability to complement a wide range of dishes.

Grape varieties and blend
Merlot: 44-48% depending on the vintage
Cabernet Franc: 37%
Petit Verdot: 5-9%
Malbec: 10%
(Some vintages also include variations in percentages to optimize complexity and intensity) 

Region and terroir
Winery: La Motte Wine Estate, Franschhoek Valley, Western Cape, South Africa 

Terroir: A diversity of soil types and microclimates, with each vineyard cultivated in its own macroclimate. The vines are trellised using the Perold system for an optimal foliage/yield balance 

Vinification and aging
Harvested by hand and machine, followed by grape sorting 

Fermentation: 25-30°C with pump-overs, yeast inoculated immediately after destemming 

On the lees: an additional 20 days to improve extraction and structure 

Malolactic fermentation: partial in barrels 

Aging: 12 months in 300-liter French oak barrels, followed by blending and filtration 

Sensory profile

Color: deep ruby red 

Nose: dominant black fruits (blackberries, raspberries, blueberries), spicy notes (cinnamon, cloves), touches of cocoa, toffee, and woody nuances (cedar, grilled oak) 

Palate: medium to full-bodied, supple yet firm tannins, balance between acidity and fruitiness, long and persistent finish with aromas of red fruits and chocolate 

Style: elegant, complex, and suitable for moderate aging 

Alcohol content and allergens

Alcohol content: approximately 13.76%

Allergens: contains sulfites 

Food and wine pairings
Ideal with red meats, roasts, and creamy sauces.
Pairs well with light curry, aged cheeses, and mushroom dishes

Harvest and vintage
The 2022, for example, experienced a relatively cool growing season with optimal fruit ripening and limited mildew problems. The wine was bottled in December 2023, with 55,000 cases (6 x 750 ml) released in May 2024 

Each vintage reflects the particularity of its terroir and the climatic conditions of the year.

La Motte Millennium is thus a harmonious, rich, and structured wine, paying tribute to the Bordeaux style while incorporating the South African terroir with sophistication and elegance.