Leeu Passant Old Vines `Lötter` Franschhoek Cinsault wine is a remarkably sophisticated South African vintage. Produced in the scenic Franschhoek Valley, this wine boasts a richly layered flavour profile featuring fresh red berries and fragrant herbs. The subtle notes of dark chocolate and anise deliver complexity, providing a lovely balance to the ripe fruit palate. Its bright acidity and soft tannins create a crisp, elegant finish. Aged in neutral French oak barrels, it provides a heartwarming depth with each sip. Ideal as a standalone drink or paired with robust dishes, this wine offers a memorable drinking experience.

Tasting Notes

The intensely aromatic nose is full of red berry, spice and heathland character. The intense palate shows succulent mixed berries, charcuterie and some savoury notes. The grippy tannins give structure and texture to the wine.

About the Winery

Hidden away amidst the breath-taking beauty of South Africa's Western Cape, the majestic Leeu Passant winery stands tall, a testament to the exquisite quality of the region's viticulture. At Leeu Passant, the combination of traditional winemaking techniques, coupled with a boundless passion for producing world-class wines, creates a vinicultural experience that is ineffably sublime.

The estate stands out not just in beauty, but also in its dedication to capturing the unique terroir of the Cape winelands. The soils of the farm, coupled with the cool maritime climate of the area, gives the wines produced here a distinctive nose and pallet, much beloved by connoisseurs.

At the heart of Leeu Passant's portfolio, is the historical revival of old Cape-style wines, illuminating a fascinating slice of South African viticultural history. Their red wines are, bold, flavourful, echoing the robustness of the Cape itself and their top-end Leeu Passant Dry Red is a stand-out, offering depth, complexity and staying power,

The white wines shouldn’t be underestimated however. The Struwig Chenin Blanc and the Leeu Passant Chardonnay each possess a grace and subtlety that is sure to lure in even the most discerning drinkers.

Leeu Passant also boasts a stunning tasting room, designed with mineral tones and an organic feel that mirrors the terroir of the vineyard. In this space, you're invited to taste wines, soak in panoramic views and appreciate the layered sensory experience offered by the estate.

Beyond its wines, the winery holds sustainability as a core ethos. Leeu Passant strives to operate as a self-sustaining estate, implementing water recycling methods, solar power, and biodynamic farming practices.

Visiting Leeu Passant winery is a journey through history, culture and the natural wonder of South Africa’s terroir. It is and experience that will excite your senses, ignite your imagination and perhaps give you a new adoration for the art of winemaking.

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