A French SA connection: La Motte Vin de Joie Rosé 2023

Inspired by the style of French rosé, it celebrates South Africa’s diverse varietal and terroir combination

La Motte Vin de Joie Rosé 2023
La Motte Vin de Joie Rosé 2023 (insideguide.co.za )

This Provençal-style wine is best enjoyed while enjoying a Mediterranean-style feast of leafy salads, finely sliced charcuterie, seafood or fruity desserts. Although inspired by the style of French rosé, it celebrates South African diversity with a varietal and terroir combination of 78% grenache (Swartland and Stellenbosch), 15% mourvèdre (Franschhoek), 6%syrah (Elim), and 1% cinsault (Franschhoek). Grapes are hand-picked and cooled down overnight to release as little colour as possible at crush. The label depicts the Blushing Bride, a delicate Cape species of flora with similarly charming shades of pale pink. Expect notes of grapefruit and nectarine, as well as a hint of playful candy floss.

R110 a bottle.