At a glance

Producer

Bodegas Valdesil

Region

Bierzo, Spain

Grape variety

Godello

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$20-$30

Tasting profile

Crisp minerality with notes of pear, green apple, citrus, and subtle brioche from lees aging

Evolution: Develops more complex nutty and honeyed aromas with time

At peak: Balanced freshness with integrated lees character and creamy mouthfeel

Structure

Acidity

High acidity providing structure and freshness

Tannins

None (white wine)

Alcohol

13.0%-13.5%

Aging potential

8-12 years due to lees aging and grape structure

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2024 to 2027

Optimal window

2023 to 2028

Current status

Approaching optimal drinking window

Current condition

Fresh with developing complexity

This wine benefits from its lees aging for added texture and complexity. The 2021 vintage shows good acidity and fruit brightness suited for medium-term aging up to a decade.

Food pairing

Excellent with seafood, shellfish, grilled white fish, creamy cheeses, and light poultry dishes

Serving

Serving temperature

8-10°C / 46-50°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Bodegas Valdesil employs organic grape growing, minimal intervention winemaking, water conservation measures, solar energy use, and uses lightweight recyclable glass bottles to reduce carbon footprint.

The producer focuses on sustainable and organic practices including soil health, organic farming, energy efficiency, and sustainable packaging, placing it among the more environmentally responsible producers in Spain's Bierzo region.