Godelia Selección Godello 2021
D.O Bierzo
Godello
Description
Godelia Selección Godello is a white wine from the Bierzo Designation of Origin. This white wine represents the ultimate expression of the Godello grape, cultivated in vineyards over 80 years old, rooted in slate and quartzite soils at high altitude. The vinification process is a technical work of art: after a meticulous manual selection, the must ferments and ages for 8 months using an innovative combination of French oak barrels, 500-liter acacia wood barrels, and concrete eggs. This technique of mixed aging on fine lees provides an unparalleled texture, volume on the palate, and an extraordinary aromatic complexity without masking the fruit purity. In the glass, Godelia Selección Godello displays a fascinating sensory array, endowed with a lively acidity that guarantees an excellent aging potential until 2029. Ideal for sommeliers and lovers of age-worthy white wines, this Godello from Bierzo is the perfect choice to elevate any gastronomic experience.
Tasting Note Godelia Selección Godello
Appearance: Bright straw yellow. Nose: White peach, pear, citrus, white flowers, and wet stone minerality. Palate: Chalky texture, creamy, vibrant acidity, notes of salted almond, and a long finish.
Value Points
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80-year-old vineyards in slate soils.
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8 months of aging in French oak, acacia, and concrete eggs.
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94 Points Tim Atkin MW.
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Aging potential until 2029.
Service Protocol
Serve between 10-12ºC in a Burgundy-type glass. Ideal to accompany fatty fish, baked seafood, white meats with creamy sauces, and cured cheeses. Decanting 30 minutes before is recommended.