Ghost Corner
Semillon
Semillon from Cape Agulhas, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R90 nationwide
Ghost Corner
Winemaker David Nieuwoudt created the Ghost Corner brand in 2007, initially starting off with a Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc and adding three new wines in 2012: The Bowline, a Sauvignon blanc and Semillon blend; Ghost Corner Pinot Noir; and Wild Ferment Sauvignon Blanc, a Sauvignon blanc naturally fermented in older barrels. Every year David selects a small quantity of grapes from vineyards in the Elim ward near Cape Agulhas on the southernmost tip of Africa. Ghost Corner takes its name from this treacherous coastline where more than 130 ships have been shipwrecked through the ages. The deep lime-rich soil with plentiful slate and gravel deposits in Elim’s maritime climate gives rise to exceptional white wines.
Description
A true expression of maritime Semillon with notes of lemongrass, guava and kiwi followed by prickly pear that lead to a fresh but balanced palate accompanied with a coastal essence.
Food Pairing
Avocado, chicken stock and wild mushrooms are where you start. Horseradish and mustard are two of the difficult foods to pair – but just maybe you will find that this is your wine to pair them with. A serious homemade herb butter sauce or a roast chicken also work well. Cheese pairing is always difficult, but we recommend a matured pecorino or a pont l'évêque.
