Perfect Cool Climate Pinot from Elim(Cape Agulhas)

The Ghost Corner range was inspired by the extreme coastal area around Cape Agulhas near Elim, known as ‘Spookdraai’, where many ships have been wrecked. Folklore has it that the ghosts of many sailors who perished through the years can be seen wandering the wild waters. These wines are as intriguing and extreme as the
story of their origin at the southernmost tip of the Cape winelands. 

Tasting Notes: A pale ruby-garnet in colour, this Pinot Noir opens with vibrant aromatics of sweet-sour black cherries and wild forest berries. The palate is bright and layered—rhubarb tartness and ripe cherry interplay with notes of sage and rosemary, and a hint of wet earth. Textured and seductive in its youth, it will reward patience as it gains further savoury complexity. A vivid expression of the variety from the rugged Agulhas coast.

Food Pairing: Reflecting a modern, lighter style, the Ghost Corner Pinot Noir 2024 is vibrant, poised and food-friendly. Its natural acidity and earthy, savoury notes make it a versatile match across cuisines. Pair it with five spice pork belly with crackling or penne in a rustic chorizo-tomato sauce. It also shines alongside baked aubergine with za’atar as part of a mezze platter, or a charcuterie board with duck rillettes and aged cheeses such as parmigiano reggiano or mature cheddar.

ANALYSIS: ALC 12.5% | TA 5.6g/L | pH 3.5 | RS 3.9g/L