Leopard’s Leap Chenin Blanc

Name: Leopard’s Leap Chenin Blanc
Brand: Leopard’s Leap
Price: null USD
Rating: 4 (0 reviews)

South Africa, Western Cape

White wine

4.0

Expert Rating

3.4

Sometimes Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Leopard’s Leap Chenin Blanc is an enticing South African white wine from the Perdeberg region, known for its excellent quality and affordability. This wine is a vibrant expression of the New World style, featuring a rich straw yellow color that invites enjoyment. The aromatic profile is dominated by exotic fruits such as mango, pineapple, and guava, with a subtle herbal undertone. On the palate, it is fruit-forward with a smooth texture and a mild spiciness that complements its pronounced and pleasant acidity, creating a delightful contrast.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Leopard’s Leap Chenin Blanc offers a captivating nose of tropical fruits, including mango, pineapple, and guava, with a hint of herbs in the background.The palate is greeted with an abundance of fruit flavors, balanced by a mild spiciness and a refreshing acidity that provides a lovely contrast to the fruitiness. The wine is smooth and soft on the tongue, with a multi-layered taste that is both pleasing and complex.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2026

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Mildly aromatic

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Medium

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chenin Blanc

ORIGINS

Winery: Leopard’s Leap

Region: Western Cape

The Western Cape is a province of South Africa located in the south-western corner of the country. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west, the Eastern Cape to the east, and the Northern Cape to the north. The Western Cape is home to some of the world's most renowned wine regions, making it a paradise for wine lovers. The Western Cape has a long and rich history of winemaking. The first vines were planted in the region in 1655 by Dutch settlers, and the first commercial winery was established in 1685. Since then, the region has become one of the most important wine-producing regions in South Africa.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.4

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