Visit Leopard's Leap Family Vineyards at its Franschhoek Valley home for a relaxed and family-friendly food and
wine experience.

Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir R 120.00excludes shipping 10% less when you buy 6 bottles! Enjoy as an apéritif or as a versatile food-pairing partner. Delightful with dessert and loves to celebrate. Variety: 70% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir Description: This vivacious Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir bursts with bubbly flavours of strawberry, raspberry and citrus. Elegant and well-rounded with the perfect balance between freshness and fruit. Playful on the palate with a memorable after-taste.

2025 Sauvignon Blanc R 80.00excludes shipping Other Vintages 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 This refreshing wine with its herbaceous notes will pair well with fresh salads containing asparagus, pea-shoots and basil. Nose: Beautiful aromas like ripe passion fruit and granadilla burst out of the glass. A fun whiff of gooseberry also compliments the other fruity aromas. Variety: 100% Sauvignon Blanc Style: A fresh, crisp, medium-bodied wine made in a New World style. Palate: Delicious granadilla and gooseberry flavours together with Granny Smith apples impart a zesty and lengthy finish on the palate. Food-Pairing: This refreshing and flavourful wine will pair well with fresh salads, even fruit salad. Perfect for a fish braai with roast vegetables on the side. A summer sunset wine to enjoy with family and friends.

2025 Leopard's Leap Rosé R 80.00excludes shipping The elegant burst of citrus from the Chardonnay is beautifully complemented by the delicious Turkish Delight aromas of the Pinot Noir. Nose: Bursts of fresh red fruits, grapefruit, with tropical-like aromas on the nose beautifully complemented by delicious pomegranate aromas nuances. Variety: 70% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir Style: A modern interpretation of Burgundy’s best. Palate: A lively combination of acidity and fruitiness make for a fresh mouthfeel. The palate reveals fresh citrusy grapefruit and red-fruit flavours of cranberry and pomegranate. Food-Pairing: The perfect aperitif and a versatile food companion to duck, Mediterranean cuisine, sushi and an array of soft cheeses.

2023 Shiraz R 80.00excludes shipping Other Vintages 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 This wine is the perfect partner to Italian fare, wood-fire grilled meats and strong, hard cheeses. Nose: Lively aromas of dark fruits, black currant and blackberries are intertwined with subtle whiffs of vanilla and cinnamon. Variety: 100% Shiraz Style: A medium-bodied, typical South African Shiraz. Palate: Beautifully balanced by layers of dark fruit and oak spice flavours, with a well-defined tannin structure, ensuring a lingering after-taste. Ageing: 80% of this wine was matured on French oak staves and 20% on American oak staves in tanks for a period of 6-8 months, with added micro-oxygenation. Food-Pairing: This wine is the perfect partner to Italian fare, wood-fire grilled meats and strong, hard cheeses.

2024 Pinotage R 80.00excludes shipping Other Vintages 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 Tastes like pomegranate and raspberry sherbet. Enjoy with starters, main or dessert, but always in good company! Nose: Fruity aromas of raspberries and red currant are supported by subtle nuances of vanilla and barbecue spice Variety: 100% Pinotage Style: An elegant, typically South African Pinotage, fruit-driven and well balanced. Palate: Red fruit aromas follow through on the palate with bursts of juicy red berries giving a pleasant lingering aftertaste. Maturation: Matured on 100% Oak staves for 6 to 8 months with added micro-oxygenation. 70% of the oak staves were made from French oak, 20% from American & 10% from Hungarian. Food-Pairing: A versatile, sociable wine for enjoyment at any occasion - with friends and family during a braai, burger or pizza night, leisurely sipping while watching movies at home or simply to celebrate a successful day.

2024 Classic Merlot R 80.00excludes shipping Other Vintages 2023 2022 2021 2020 Enjoy with a roasted tomato-based pasta or beef brisket. Also to be enjoyed with rich, cheesy gratins and an open-fire grilled steak. The more adventurous can experiment with dark chocolate-inspired desserts. Nose: Prominent red fruit aromas of raspberry and cherries. Subtle sweet oak flavours compliments the fresh fruit flavours. Variety: 100% Merlot Style: A medium- bodied, red fruit-driven wine made in a New World style. Palate: Juicy, fruity flavours coupled with an elegant tannin structure, make for smooth and well-balanced wine with a lingering after-taste. Ageing: 100% of this wine was matured on Lightly toasted French Oak Staves for a period of 8 to 10 months with added micro-oxygenation. Food-Pairing: Enjoy with a roasted tomato-based pasta or beef brisket. Also, to be enjoyed with rich, cheesy gratins and an open-fire grilled steak. The more adventurous can experiment with dark chocolate-inspired desserts.

2025 Chenin Blanc R 80.00excludes shipping 10% less when you buy 6 bottles! Other Vintages 2024 2023 2022 2021 This refreshing wine with its herbaceous notes will pair well with fresh salads containing asparagus, pea-shoots and basil. Try this Chenin Blanc Now! Nose: Beautiful layers of sweet fresh melon & guava play on the nose, with subtle whiffs of jasmine and peach blossoms. Variety: 100% Chenin Blanc Style: A medium-bodied wine made in a fresh and fruity New World style Palate: Zesty summer melon with hints of white peaches follow through on the palate, finishing with a well-balanced crisp acidity. Food-Pairing: A versatile, rewarding companion to a variety of dishes such as sushi, grilled chicken and fresh summer salads. Perfect for dishes containing that sweet and sour element. To be enjoyed with the Catch of the Day, blue skies and good company! Download Tasting Note PDF

2025 Unwooded Chardonnay R 80.00excludes shipping 10% less when you buy 6 bottles! Other Vintages 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 Fresh and zesty with upfront citrus notes and a hint of elegant pear, buttery biscuit and lime aromas. Nose: Fresh aromas of citrus and white peach on the nose followed by an typical Chardonnay biscuitiness aroma and ends with soft notes of Golden Delicious apples. Variety: 100% Chardonnay Style: A surprisingly voluptuous medium-bodied, unwooded Chardonnay made in a New World style. Palate: Well balanced with delicate lemon and lime flavours following through on the palate. Rounded off with notes of peaches and pears that leave a lingering aftertaste Food-Pairing: Chardonnay is the perfect pairing partner when it comes to fish and seafood. Also a favourite to enjoy with sushi and shellfish like mussels. It is one of the most versatile food wines. Enjoy with happy-ever-after movies!

2025 CHESCATO R 80.00excludes shipping Other Vintages 2023 Enjoy with a roasted tomato-based pasta or beef brisket. Also to be enjoyed with rich, cheesy gratins and an open-fire grilled steak. The more adventurous can experiment with dark chocolate-inspired desserts. Variety: 70% Chenin Blanc & 30% Muscat D'Alexandrie Palate: All the juiciness of ripe summer fruit, lifted by crisp acidity and a gentle sparkle on the palate. Occasions: This wine is a delicious glassful to enjoy on its own in a sunny spot, but it can make the most of any weather. Enjoy Chescato as a partner to subtle spices in wintery Malay-type curries or pour generous glasses with summer's sushi and salads, sandwiches and sweets. Perfect for picnics, parties and playing - whether it is under the blue skies or infront of toasty fires. Aromas: Imagine a playful perfume that combines caramelised pear and orange peel with fun floral notes such as apple and citrus blossoms.

2024 CABERNET SAUVIGNON R 80.00excludes shipping Other Vintages 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 Enjoy this wine with rich red meat dishes such as beef bourguignon and oxtail. Savour with fruit-cake or other desserts containing hints of cinnamon or cloves. Amazing partner to a fillet mignon with a rich balsamic glaze. Nose: Mix berry aromas with distinct blueberry notes on the nose and palate. Underlying soft cinnamon spices contribute to the complexity of the wine. Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Style: Rich medium-bodied wine capturing the best South African Cabernt has to offer. Palate: Mixed berry flavours follow through onto the palate; with typical Cabernet style the wine is packed with beautiful rich tannins that add to the balance and structure of the wine along with a lingering finish Maturation: Matured in stainless steel tanks on 100% French oak staves for 9 months with added micro-oxygenation. Lightly toasted staves helps support the fruit by adding structure to the palate. Food-Pairing: Enjoy this wine with rich red meat dishes such as beef bourguignon and oxtail. Savour with fruitcake or other desserts containing hints of cinnamon or cloves. Amazing partner to a fillet mignon with a rich balsamic glaze

2024 CABERNET SAUVIGNON MERLOT R 80.00excludes shipping Other Vintages 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 Serve with flavourful meat dishes such as lamb accompanied by a sweet mint sauce, as well as Cape Malay curries and bobotie. Slow-cooked beef pot roast is an ideal partner to this blend. Nose: Upfront aromas of vibrant red fruit and notes of spices, supported by subtle oak nuances of mocha and cinnamon. Variety: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot. Style: Medium-bodied, New World with well-integrated fruit and oak aromas Palate: The wine boasts a well-defined round and elegant structure and lush red berries, ensuring intriguing and juicy tannins. It reveals the best of both varieties in the blend and finishes in a soft, lingering after-taste. Ageing: The blend was oak-staved, using premium French oak, for a period of 8-12 months. The French oak staves enhance the fruit flavours and lend structure to the wine. Food-Pairing: Serve with flavourful meat dishes such as lamb accompanied by a sweet mint sauce, as well as Cape Malay curries and bobotie. Slow-cooked beef pot roast is an ideal partner to this blend.












How good does this sound: a Cherry Gin Chescato Fizz. Think delicious chilled Leopard’s Leap Chescato, gin soaked cherries and a soft blush fizz that looks like it belongs on a rooftop bar, but is easy enough to make at home. The trick is in the cherries. Pit them, cover in gin, add a little sugar and citrus peel, then let them sit in the fridge until they turn ruby and boozy. You get two things. • Gin soaked cherries for the glass • A cherry gin that turns your wine spritz into a proper cocktail To make the gin soaked cherries: 1. Pit fresh cherries and add to a jar. 2. Cover with gin. 3. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons sugar or honey and a strip of citrus peel. 4. Chill for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight. For the cocktail you will need: • 80 ml Leopard’s Leap Chescato, chilled • 20 ml gin soaked cherry gin • 2 to 3 gin soaked cherries • 10 to 15 ml fresh lemon juice • Optional: 5 ml simple syrup or honey • Soda water to top • Ice To build the cocktail: 1. Add 2 to 3 gin soaked cherries to a glass with the lemon juice and syrup. 2. Lightly muddle. 3. Add ice, 20 ml cherry gin and 80 ml Chescato. 4. Top with soda water and give one gentle stir. 5. Garnish with cherries on a cocktail pick. To make one: • 2 to 3 gin soaked cherries • 10 to 15 ml fresh lemon juice • 5 ml simple syrup or honey, optional • 20 ml cherry gin from the jar • 80 ml Leopard’s Leap Chescato, well chilled • Soda water to top Lightly muddle the cherries with the lemon and syrup. Add ice, pour over the cherry gin and Chescato, then top with soda and give one gentle stir. Garnish with more gin soaked cherries on a pick and serve immediately. The Chescato it is light, fizzy, a little bit cheeky and perfect for cherry season.

A refreshing, summery cocktail that blends juicy watermelon with crisp rosé. Perfect for hot days, poolside parties, or anytime you need a sip of sunshine! Ingredients (Serves 2 - 3) • 4 cups fresh watermelon, cubed (seeds removed) • 1 cup Leopard’s Leap Rosé (chilled) • 1 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (to taste) • Optional: 1 - 2 tablespoons honey or simple syrup (only if your watermelon isn’t very sweet) • Optional: Handful of ice OR freeze the watermelon cubes for a thicker, slushier texture Garnish • Watermelon wedges or mint sprigs (optional) Instructions 1. Prep the watermelon If you want a thicker slushie, freeze the watermelon cubes for at least 2 - 3 hours. Otherwise, use fresh cubes and add a handful of ice to the blender. 2. Blend Add watermelon, chilled rosé, lemon juice, and honey (if using) to a blender. Blend on high until smooth and frosty. 3. Taste & adjust If you’d like it sweeter, add a little more honey and blend again. If it’s too thin, add ice or a few more frozen cubes and blend once more. 4. Serve Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with a mini watermelon wedge or mint spri

Ingredients: ¼ Cup butter, melted 1 Cup brown sugar 2 Tbsp honey 1 Tbsp vanilla essence 2 Eggs 1 Cup pecan nuts 1 Sheet puff pastry Directions: To a mixing bowl, add the butter, sugar, honey, vanilla essence and eggs. Whisk until well combined, then add the nuts and whisk through. Use a glass to cut the pastry into rounds. Place the pastry rounds into a greased muffin pan, then fill each one with half a cup of the filling. Place into the oven and bake at 180° C for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Serve with strawberries, whipped cream or ice cream, and enjoy with a glass of Natura Sparkling. Also read why nuts are an important part of a healthy diet: click here.

Walnut, roast pear & blue cheese salad – with Natura Red Salad ingredients: 3 Pears 1 Tbsp butter 3 Tsp brown sugar 100g Blue cheese of choice 200g Mixed salad leaves ½ Red onion, sliced 50g Raw walnuts Dressing ingredients: 3 Tbsp Olive oil 3 Tbsp white wine vinegar 1 Tbsp mustard 1 Tbsp honey 1 Clove garlic, pressed Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Cut the pears in half then use a small spoon to scoop out the core and seeds. Place in an ovenproof dish, brush with melted butter and sprinkle with ½ teaspoon of sugar each. Place in the oven at 180° C for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and fill each pear with some crumbled blue cheese. Place back in the oven for a further 10 minutes. While the pears are in the oven, prepare the dressing by combining all ingredients in a small bottle and shake well to combine. Once the pears are cooked, remove from oven and allow to cool. Assemble the salad by placing the salad leaves in a bowl, then layering with red onion, the rest of the blue cheese, the cooked pears and walnuts. Dress before serving and enjoy with a glass of Leopard’s Leap Natura Red. Also read why nuts are an important part of a healthy diet: click here.

Join us for a relaxed wine tasting in our spacious tasting room - Tuesday to Sunday. Wine sales are open seven days a week (Mondays from the Shop). Tuesdays to Sundays 09:00 - 17:00 Tel: +27 (0)21 876 8002 E-mail: info@leopardsleap.co.za

Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly, fresh and seasonal lunch. Wednesdays to Sundays 11:30 – 15:00 For reservations, please contact us.

Sharing the diversity of South African food. Please book 24 hours in advance. Tel: +27 (0)21 876 8002 E-mail: info@leopardsleap.co.za

Leopards Leap Family Vineyards invites visitors to experience the diversity of South African food and wine with its Taste South Africa offering, including a wine tasting, braaibroodjie, and other local dishes. Reservations are essential: Tel: +27 (0)21 876 8002 E-mail: info@leopardsleap.co.za

The inviting Family Table is the ideal way to celebrate special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, family get-togethers or feasts with friends. Reservations should be made in advance at: reservations@leopardsleap.co.za or +27 (0)21 876 8002.

Visit us and browse through a selection of lifestyle products. Tel: +27 (0)21 876 8002 E-mail: culinarystore@leopardsleap.co.za Mon – Sun 09:00 - 17:00

Take a look at our upcoming events. Tel: +27 (0)21 876 8002 E-mail: manager@leopardsleap.co.za

Make the most of the Franschhoek Valley’s fresh air and sunny climate with a fun and adventure-filled activity for kids. Wednesday to Sunday, 11:00 – 17:00

Do you feel like a well-deserved glass of wine and a little snack on a Friday afternoon after work? Or perhaps before going out on a Saturday evening? We are open until 19:00 on Fridays and Saturdays and you can order delightful pizzas, cheese boards and small plates until 17:00 when the kitchen closes.

Leopard's Leap wins Best of Wine Tourism award for Authentic South African Experience!

Leopard's Leap Wines excels at 2025 Mundus Vini Spring Tasting




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