Semillon

This wine pairs well with creamy seafood dishes, soft cheeses like goat's cheese, and even richer shellfish preparations.

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.

The grapes are sourced from the cool, coastal region of Elim, located near Cape Agulhas. The unique maritime climate, with cooling sea breezes, contributes to the vibrant acidity and freshness of the wine​.

The winemaking process involves both tank and barrel fermentation, followed by maturation on fine lees for an additional four months with monthly bâtonnage (stirring of the lees). This adds complexity and richness to the wine​.