Rafael Palacios ‘As Sortes’ Godello 2021 | Premium Spanish White Wine

Discover the exquisite craftsmanship of Rafael Palacios’ As Sortes Godello 2021, a distinguished white wine from Valdeorras, Spain’s rising star wine region. Sourced from organically farmed old vines (planted 1970s-1980s) in Bibei Valley’s northern slopes, this limited-production wine showcases the Godello grape’s extraordinary potential.

Why Choose This Wine?

• Complex & Age-Worthy: Fermented and aged 8 months in used 500L oak barrels for refined texture without overpowering oakiness
• Vibrant Terroir Expression: Six distinct vineyard parcels (“sortes”) contribute layered minerality and depth
• Organic/Biodynamic Practices: Sustainable viticulture enhances purity and vintage authenticity
• 14.5% Alcohol: Substantial body balanced by crisp acidity – perfect for food pairing

Tasting Profile

This premium white wine reveals its pedigree through:
🌿 Aromas: White peach, preserved lemon, wet stone, and subtle floral notes
🍯 Palate: Concentrated yet elegant, with honeyed almond nuances and a saline finish
⏳ Cellaring Potential: Drink now through 2030 – gains complexity with bottle age

Ideal Pairings: Shellfish towers, roasted turbot, creamy risottos, or aged Manchego cheese. Serve at 10-12°C to appreciate its evolving bouquet.

Vintage variations may occur. Contact us for current availability.