While many might think that 2020 is way too stressful to survive participating in Sober October, there might be ways to go without your favourite glass of wine! One of them is to enjoy our Natura De-alcoholised Classic White or Red or to try it in one of our delicious mocktails – such as our latest Cheeky Peach mocktail!

Leopard’s Leap has recently been acknowledged as an honouree in the 2020 Wine & Food Tourism Awards for its Authentic South African Experience. While it is especially the interactive Leopard’s Leap South African Table that celebrates our country’s food and wine heritage, it is also the warm hospitality, informal and welcoming ambience, proudly South African wines and incorporating traditional South African cooking traditions and food styles, that makes Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards a must-visit on any Franschhoek Valley itinerary.

A mocktail recipe that make skipping alcohol easy.

Pap is a South African staple. Much more than a traditional breakfast, this polenta-like dish is often enjoyed with meat and sauce, whether it is a juicy onion and tomato stew or another South African favourite, chakalaka.

Leopard’s Leap’s exciting Natura De-alcoholised Classic White and Classic Red are wonderful alternatives when you’re not in the position to use alcohol – whether it is by choice or lockdown-induced!

For 2020, the annual Bastille festival is going virtual and while we will miss the crowds dressed in the colours of the drapeau français, we are excited about the opportunity to share our favourite French-inspired wines and dishes with the wider online audience.

According to Moët & Chandon, French fries and Champagne are a match made in heaven! Who are we to disagree with a famous Champagne house? Especially if we love both the salty crispiness of fries and the zesty bubbles of sparkling wine!

You no longer have to resort to Sangria when craving red wine cocktails thanks to this recipe from Leopard’s Leap. Shiraz is an ideal choice for use in this wine as it is full-bodied. It also features flavors such as tobacco and berries which will make your cocktail a delight.

If you are ever at a loss for what to make for an impromptu dinner party, especially if there will be vegetarians at the table, consider this luxurious mushroom risotto.

We all need a bit of freedom! While we need to be wise about it, going for a drive – music loud, windows down – sounds really good, doesn’t it? You can now order your favourites and collect them from Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards in the Franschhoek Valley.