La Motte Millennium 2020

The classic blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc is prominent in some of the world’s most iconic wines and in the 2020 La Motte Millennium they offer aromatic dark berries and plum with nuances of fruit cake and toffee providing subtle sweetness. The Malbec and Petit Verdot contribute intensity in colour, hints of spice as well as complexity and depth to the blend. Barrel-derived spice and charred oak flavours are well integrated for a medium- bodied wine with soft, but lively tannins and a lingering berry aftertaste.

A South African interpretation of the famous Bordeux-style red blend, the La Motte Millennium responds very well to red meat and roasts. Its accommodating structure also allows for mild curries and hard cheese. It is exceptional with creamy sauces and the earthiness of mushroom.

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variety : Merlot [ 48% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Franc, 10% Malbec, 5% Petit Verdot ]

winery : La Motte

winemaker : Edmund Terblanche

wine of origin : Western Cape

analysis : alc : 13.86 % vol rs : 2.9 g/l pH : 3.38 ta : 5.8 g/l

type : Red style : Dry body : Medium taste : Fragrant wooded

pack : Bottle size : 750ml closure : Cork

AWARDS

2023 Decanter Award - Bronze

in the cellar : The various components were matured separately for 12 months in old 300-litre French oak barrels, followed by blending and filtration. The wine was bottled in September 2021 and 29 500 cartons (6 x 750 ml) La Motte Millennium were released in December 2022.

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