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.
A rich, comforting gnocchi dish finished with bright lemon and nutty Parmesan. Serves: 2 Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Difficulty: Easy 1 Tbsp (15 ml) olive oil 1 Tbsp (15 ml) butter 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 C (250 ml) fresh cream ¼ C (60 ml) full cream milk 80 g Parmesan, finely grated Zest of 1 lemon ½ lemon, juiced (about 1½ Tbsp) Salt and freshly ground black pepper To Serve 500 g potato gnocchi, cooked according to the package instructions 2 Tbsp (30 ml) butter (optional step) macadamia nuts, lightly toasted and chopped reserved lemon zest freshly grated Parmesan to garnish Method Heat the olive oil and butter to a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 6–8 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and cook for a further 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the cream and milk and bring to a gentle simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in the Parmesan, lemon zest and lemon juice, seasoning with salt and pepper. If needed, add a splash of the water to loosen the sauce. To Serve Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a gentle boil. Add the gnocchi and cook for 2–3 minutes, or until they float to the surface. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain well. Heat a wide frying pan over medium-high heat and melt the butter. Add the cooked gnocchi and sauté for 3–5 minutes until lightly golden on all sides (this frying step is optional and can be omitted if preferred). Spread half the sauce onto serving plates,top with the gnocchi and spoon over the remaining sauce. Garnish with a sprinkling of macadamia nuts, lemon zest and extra Parmesan. Serve immediately.
We have an early Easter this year and as we are just settling into Autumn, the days are mild and mellow and really just marvellous! The perfect time of year to switch to easy-drinking red wines. The Leopard's Leap Classic Reds are Autumn-friendly and ideal for Easter flavours. Join us and mellow into the cooler weather with our exciting new menu. Weekends are for family and friends with our popular Rotisserie and Harvest Table lunches, while weekdays are for moreish choices, a sensational selection of small plates, pizzas, burgers and of course, our famous braaibroodjies! But even if you can’t make it to Franschhoek, pour a mellow glass of Leopard’s Leap and enjoy a moreish meal from our recipe suggestions. These delicious combinations will make lunch dates linger longer, nippy sunsets smile and Easter tables more elegant than ever. The mood is mellow and no wonder that we would like to pour a mellow glass of Merlot too! We were thinking of recipes that ticks this box and Christine Capendale suggested feta and caramelised onion phyllo parcels with a not-so-mild hot honey! It makes for magnificent snacking. Stack a few on a plate and make a meal of it, serve them all prettily placed on a platter as canapes or perhaps one or two for a starter if you set a table. Always with a glass of Leopard's Leap Merlot! There is no more classic a combination the Cabernet Sauvignon and lamb and these two also make for the ultimate Easter pairing. Our more traditional Easter table recipe is a melting slow-cooked lamb shoulder served with a gremolata of feta and mint. The ultimate Easter treat! But if you would like to keep with the classics in a less formal way, do try the Greek style lamb meatballs with hummus, tzatziki and olive salsa. Serve it with toasted pitas and of course, that glass of Leopard's Leap Cabernet. Is chocolate a non-negotiable part of your Easter repertoire? You are in luck as the Leopard's Leap blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot brings you the best of both classic Cabernet and mellow Merlot. The result is a Chocolate-friendly red wine! Try it with a Chocolate Basque Cheesecake with raspberries. All at once, creamy and chocolaty, but with an edgy sophistication and the fresh acidity of raspberries. We bet our mellow-Merlot, classic-Cabernet-Sauvignon and best-of-both-Blend will become your Autumn favourites this year. Buy any 6 bottles of the Leopard’s Leap Classic Reds and pay 10% less. Available during April from our Tasting Room or leopardsleap.co.za
(Serves 8) 730 g cream cheese at room temp 160 g castor sugar 320 ml cream 250 g dark chocolate, chopped 5 eggs 15 g cacao, sifted 45 ml flour 1 ml salt 5 ml vanilla TO SERVE 200 g raspberries for serving More cacao for dusting METHOD: • Butter the inside of a 24cm loose-bottom or springform cake tin. Cut a square piece of baking paper and push it into the tin. Butter the inside of the baking paper. • Melt the chocolate and set aside. • Mix the cream cheese in a bowl with electric beaters until smooth, then add the sugar. • Add the melted chocolate and mix well. Add the sifted cocoa powder and mix until combined. • Add the eggs, one at a time. Mix until combined. • Add the cream, salt and vanilla. • TO BAKE: Pour the chocolate Basque mixture into the prepared cake tin. • Tap the cheesecake on the counter a few times to get rid of any air bubbles. • Bake at 200C for about 30 minutes. If the top does not burn, you can switch to the grill setting until the top is burnt at the end of the baking time (last few minutes). • The cheesecake must still be jiggly when you remove it from the oven. • Cool for 1 hour, then cover with cling film or a plate and place it in the fridge until completely cold (overnight). • Remove from the cake tin just before serving. • Dust lightly with cacao powder and serve with fresh raspberries
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
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.
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