Bodegas Avancia Godello Cuvee de O Valdeorras Spanish White Wine 750 ml

90 pts, Vinous Media Green-hued yellow. Lively, mineral-accented aromas of lemon zest and fresh melon, with a building floral accent. Nervy and taut on the palate, showing firm mineral backbone and spicy lift to its nervy citrus and orchard fruit flavors. A subtle honeysuckle quality lingers on the clinging mineral-driven finish, which is given a spicy edge by a hint of white pepper.”

89 pts Jeb Dunnuck  ‘From a grape that’s more rare than Albarino (there’s only one-fifth Godello planted compared to Albarino) and from all slate soils, the 2016 Avancia cuvee de O Godello was aged 8 months sur lie in 20% French oak, with the balance in stainless steel. Racy, vibrant, and medium-bodied with juicy notes of lime peel, citrus, salty minerality and a touch of steel, it’s a perfect tapas wine”