Alvarez de Toledo - Verdejo-Godello2023
WHITE WINE
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Producer
Alvarez de Toledo
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Blend
100% Godello
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Country
Spain
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Region
Castilla Y Leon
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Appellation
Bierzo
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UPC
0 15643 25605 9
Reviews
James Suckling 91
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 ZS, James Suckling , 2024
Technical Details
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.
Harvest
Manualy harvested. Fermentation done in temperature controlled vats. Ageing done in stainless steel tanks before bottling.
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.
Vinification
It ferments at a controlled temperature atmosphere. Manual harvesting.
