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Leopard’s Leap

Chardonnay-Pinot Noir

South Africa Franschhoek Rosé Chardonnay, Pinot Noir

dry, supple rosé with fresh red fruit

Facts about the wine

Grapes
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Region
South Africa / Franschhoek
Wine style
Rosé · Rosé
Alcohol content
12,5%
Body
Medium
Acidity
Medium
Composition
Assemblage/Blend

About this wine

This Chardonnay–Pinot Noir rosé is generally dry and easy-going, with a supple texture and moderate fresh acidity. Expect delicate red berry fruit, citrus and subtle floral notes, leading to a soft, rounded finish. Its exact colour and expression may vary from vintage to vintage.

Style
dry, supple rosé with fresh red fruit
Serving temperature
8–10 °C
Ageing potential
Best enjoyed young, ideally within one to two years of the vintage.

What does this wine taste like?

The sommelier's estimate on four scales, based on the grapes, the region and the style of the house.

Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic
Aromas and flavours
  • strawberry
  • raspberry
  • red apple
  • citrus
  • white blossom

Food that goes well with this wine

Dishes and ingredients the sommelier recommends with this wine.

  • grilled salmon
  • prawns
  • goat’s cheese salad
  • charcuterie
  • light Asian dishes
  • Veal
  • Pork
  • Game Meat
  • Rich Fish
  • Vegetarian
  • Poultry

Vintages

Vintages of this wine known in our database. Once enough Wijnfeld users have a vintage in their cellar, we show anonymised scores and prices here.

  • 2021
  • 2020
  • 2019
  • 2018
  • 2017
  • 2016
  • 2015
  • 2014
  • 2013
  • 2012
  • 2011
  • 2010
  • 2009
  • 2008
  • 2007
  • 2003
  • 2001

From the Wijnfeld cellars

Anonymised figures from Wijnfeld users who have this wine in their cellar. Shown from three cellars onwards.

Not enough cellars with this wine yet to show figures.

Member ratings

Stars and comments from Wijnfeld members who drank this wine, at home or out.

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4,0 out of 5 · 1 ratings
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  • Emiel F.★★★★☆vintage 20208 Sep 2026

About Leopard’s Leap

Leopard’s Leap is a South African producer based in Franschhoek, in the Western Cape. The estate is known for making modern, approachable wines and sources grapes from suitable vineyard areas across the Cape. Franschhoek and its surroundings benefit from a Mediterranean climate moderated by cooling influences.

Wine country South Africa South Africa combines Cape ripeness with ocean-cooled freshness, anchored by Chenin Blanc, Pinotage and Cabernet-based blends. Read more

This profile was written by the Wijnfeld digital sommelier from generally known information about the producer, the region and the grapes. Details may vary by vintage. Published on 9 September 2026.