{"product_id":"la-motte-millenium-sa","title":"La Motte Millenium Sa","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLa 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.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape varieties and blend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMerlot: 44-48% depending on the vintage\u003cbr\u003eCabernet Franc: 37%\u003cbr\u003ePetit Verdot: 5-9%\u003cbr\u003eMalbec: 10%\u003cbr\u003e(Some vintages also include variations in percentages to optimize complexity and intensity) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion and terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWinery: La Motte Wine Estate, Franschhoek Valley, Western Cape, South Africa \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerroir: 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 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification and aging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvested by hand and machine, followed by grape sorting \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation: 25-30°C with pump-overs, yeast inoculated immediately after destemming \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the lees: an additional 20 days to improve extraction and structure \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalolactic fermentation: partial in barrels \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAging: 12 months in 300-liter French oak barrels, followed by blending and filtration \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensory profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor: deep ruby red \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose: dominant black fruits (blackberries, raspberries, blueberries), spicy notes (cinnamon, cloves), touches of cocoa, toffee, and woody nuances (cedar, grilled oak) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate: medium to full-bodied, supple yet firm tannins, balance between acidity and fruitiness, long and persistent finish with aromas of red fruits and chocolate \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle: elegant, complex, and suitable for moderate aging \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol content and allergens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol content: approximately 13.76%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllergens: contains sulfites \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood and wine pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal with red meats, roasts, and creamy sauces.\u003cbr\u003ePairs well with light curry, aged cheeses, and mushroom dishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest and vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 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 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach vintage reflects the particularity of its terroir and the climatic conditions of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLa 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Motte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43214689730665,"sku":"MOTTE MILLENIUM|SANS|TU","price":955.0,"currency_code":"MUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/7026\/5705\/files\/Untitled_design_27_361fafa0-0388-4331-9e3d-b74154e83b27.png?v=1753885076","url":"https:\/\/seaboxxonline.mu\/en\/products\/la-motte-millenium-sa","provider":"SEABOXXONLINE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}