Ghost CornerSemillon 2017

Product code: 11490
£21.65 inc VAT
Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Western Cape
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Elim
Type
Winery
Winery: Ghost Corner
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Semillon
Grape: 100% Semillon
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Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Western Cape
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Elim
Type
Winery
Winery: Ghost Corner
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Semillon
Grape: 100% Semillon

Product Notes

Ghost Corner Semillon is an exquisite South African wine renowned for its vitalising crispness and elegant balance. Appreciated for its pale hue, the wine mesmerises the palate with its alluring flavours of ripe lemon, passion fruit and a hint of pineapple. A delicate touch of oak adds depth and complexity to its beautifully rounded finish. Ghost Corner Semillon also boasts distinct mineral undertones, a tribute to the unique terroir of Elim wine region. Its sophisticated taste profile and refined freshness make it a superb companion for seafood dishes. An epitome of South African winemaking, this Semillon is an undeniable must-try for any wine enthusiast.

Tasting Notes

An aromatic Semillon displaying aromas of green fig, white fruit and nettles characteristic of the cool climate in Elim. A distinct minerality with a slight earthiness on the nose that follows through onto the palate. A small amount of French oak adds a hint of smokiness leading to a creamy palate with a crisp acidity.

About the Winery

Ghost Corner

Nestled away in the beautiful Cape of South Africa, Ghost Corner Winery epitomises the opulent yet fierce spirit of the remote Elim region. Named after the notorious 'Ghost Corner' along the coastline, this distinct winery embodies the unspoilt wilderness and captivating mystique of its namesake.

Drawing inspiration from the wild, isolated beauty of this part of the world, the winery pays homage to 17th-century sailors who met their end along this treacherous coast. But it's not just the allure of mystery and history that draws enthusiasts to Ghost Corner, it's the spellbinding array of wine.

The winery boasts a bounty of premier, hand-harvested wines, each one an ode to the environment it was born from. The landscape's unique weather combination of breezy, cool winds and warm sunshine create exquisitely balanced wines of highest quality. Ghost Corner's signature Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Semillon embody the enchanting marriage of flavours reflecting the terroir's diversity.

Renowned viticulturist, David Nieuwoudt, the fifth-generation wine enthusiast behind Ghost Corner, champions harmonious winemaking practices In his pursuit for superior quality. He ensures that every bottle echoes the fierce elegance and adventurous spirit of the land from which it originates.

Visiting Ghost Corner Winery is an intoxication of the senses. The crisp maritime air, the endless vistas of wild fynbos and the remarkable taste of finely crafted wines, bottles a unique experience that can only be captured here!.

Ghost Corner's international acclaim and plethora of accolades is a testament to its extraordinary wines, but it is ultimately the love of winemaking, respect for the land, and an enduring spirit of exploration that sets this winery apart.

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