Mar de Frades, Godello, Rías Baixas, Spain, 2016
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Tasted by:
(at Mar de Frades tasting, London, 23 Oct 2018)
Drinking Window: 2018 - 2021
Experimental winemaker Paula Fandiño is best-known for her Albariños but this showcases her skill with another white grape. Something of a rarity, this is the first-ever 100% Godello from Rías Baixas, with only 2,100 bottles made. The striking nose is marked with membrillo (quince paste) and fresh citrus. There's more membrillo on the palate, plus apricot, fresh-cut lemon and some gentle coconut notes from lees stirring in French oak, all set against crisp acidity. A clean mineral streak runs throughout, with a fresh and persistent saltiness.

Producer
Mar de Frades
Brand
Godello
Vintage
2016
Wine Type
Still
Colour
White
Country
Spain
Region
Rías Baixas
Sweetness
Dry
Closure
Natural Cork
Alcohol
12.50%
Body
Light
Oak
Unoaked
Grapes
100% Godello