2023 Bodegas Avancia - Godello Cuvee de 'O' (750ml)

A benchmark expression of Godello from one of Valdeorras' most respected producers, formerly known as Bodegas Avanthia and now part of the Jorge Ordóñez portfolio. Sourced from old, head-trained, organically farmed vines on the southern bank of the River Sil in black slate, quartz, schist, and granitic sandy soils — cultivated entirely by hand. 80% fermented in stainless steel and 20% in neutral French oak, aged 8 months with battonage from vineyards at 550–650 meters planted between 1940 and 1970. Medium yellow-gold in the glass with honeycomb, dried lemon, pear, and yellow apple on the bouquet; creamy texture with good balancing acidity and stone fruit and tropical flavors threaded with mineral notes — dense, with a very long, rich finish. Galicia's most exciting white grape at a compelling price. Drink now–2028