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Our History
1808 - The Napoleonic Wars were uniting Europe - French troops occupied Rome and Madrid - Russia had conquered Finland and the dreaded Spanish Inquisition had finally been abolished. Beethoven presented to the world his Fifth and Sixth Symphonies and America banned the importation of slaves from Africa.
The Ken Forrester Wine Club
We offer our exclusive members the opportunity to enjoy our award-winning wines in the comfort of their own homes. As a club member, you gain access to limited edition vintage releases and pre-releases of our most popular wines.
Cellar and Vineyards
The farm is situated in a narrow valley in the Kleinriver Mountains, southernmost mountain range in Africa.
Leopard's Leap - Global Vision
Following its initial focus on exports to the United Kingdom, Leopard's Leap has spread its wings to more than 40 countries world-wide, with new channels being explored continuously.
South African Wine
Situated at the Southernmost tip of the African continent, South Africa is a country rich in diversity, steeped in history, and with a bright future ahead of it. Agriculture is one of South Africa's principal industries, and its rich culture of winemaking spans 300 years.
Background
The Pentz family Peter Sr, his son Nick, and grandson Peter Jr are committed to producing exceptional wines that showcase the estate's unique terroir and history, with three generations working together.
Ken Forrester - Mr. Chenin
Ken Forrester started a career in the Hotel industry with Southern Sun, in the early days of Sol Kerzner, way back in 1977, after a 3-year course in Hotel Management at the Johannesburg Hotel School.
Meet the Winemaker
WS Visagie grew up on a wine farm on the West Coast of South Africa and after completion of his studies in viticulture and oenology extended his studies to the USA, France and Germany.
The Wines
Ankerman - Meander - Palesa - Groot Eland - Daschbosch
Leopard's Leap Wines
By sourcing its grapes from the best vineyards in different regions of South Africa's Cape Winelands, Leopard's Leap is able to produce a wide selection of wines of exceptional quality, for both the local and international markets - superb easy-drinking wines that offer affordable enjoyment for any occasion.