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Alvarez de Toledo - Godello

2023
Producer
Alvarez de Toledo
Blend
100% Godello
Country
Spain
Region
Castilla Y Leon
Appellation
Bierzo
UPC
0 15643 25605 9
White Wine
Verified Stock
98117-23
Product Ratings
James Suckling 91pt

A fresh, elegant blend of verdejo and godello showing lemon zest, white fruit and a touch of stones. Medium-bodied with a taut, textured palate and crisp acidity. Pure and pithy finish.

by James Suckling, 2024

Harvest

Manualy harvested. Fermentation done in temperature controlled vats. Ageing done in stainless steel tanks before bottling.

Vinification

It ferments at a controlled temperature atmosphere. Manual harvesting.

Tasting notes

This wine has a bright yellow color with fresh floral, herbal and apple aromas. Good structure and acidity with lively citrus and apple flavors with a mineral touch, very clean and refreshing. The Godello variety is highly aromatic and has an exceptional quality, making balanced wines with a great fruity and floral bouquet.

Estate

In order to understand this winery, as well as the great family tradition in viticulture, one must remember Don Luis Varela Alvarez de Toledo, who maintained a close relationship with the vineyards and the wine. Thanks to him, Alvarez de Toledo is able to present their wines, sourced from the most intimate interpretation of the Bierzo region. His mother, Sara Alvarez de Toledo, was born in Villafranca del Bierzo and her sister Amancia was a nun in the closed order convent of The Anunciada. They represented the last generations linked to the vineyards. His daughter, Angelines Varela Mazon y Alvarez de Toledo, is responsible for the project of recuperating the family vineyards, several of which are over 100 years old.