2020 Alvaredos‑Hobbs Godello

The 2020 Alvaredos‑Hobbs Godello is a bright and invigorating white from Ribeira Sacra, crafted from 100% Godello grapes. It opens with inviting aromas of lemon, pear, and river rock.

On the palate, a crisp wave of acidity nourishes flavors of grapefruit, lemon zest, and white peach, balanced by nuanced notes of butterscotch, dried thyme, oyster shell, and a lingering oyster‑shell finish. Texture is sleek with a gently creamy feel and a mild nutty salinity—think almond and oyster-shell nuances—that adds to its charm.

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Pairings:

At around 14% ABV, it offers a flinty, mineral-edged structure that makes it a lively pairing with shellfish, grilled fish, and fresh cheeses.

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Vineyards, Varieties & Aging​

• Region: Ribeira Sacra DO, Galicia, Spain

• Soils: Slate, clay, granite, quartz

• Slope: 15–55%, south-facing

• Vine age: 5–40 years

• Yield: 1.8–2.2 tons/acre

• Harvest: Hand-picked, Sep 5–30, 2020

• 95% Godello, 5% Loureiro

• 100% native yeast fermentation

• Aged 10 months sur lies, battonage in 500L barrels and 2,500L foudres

• Bottled unfined/unfiltered: Aug 25, 2021