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White grape

Godello

A broad, textured Galician white of green apple and stone, especially associated with Valdeorras.

At a glance

  • Green apple
  • Medium to high acidity
  • Stony

Recognize it

Medium to high acidity in a medium to full body with real texture. Green apple and a stony note lead, with less overt citrus aroma than Albariño and more weight.

Similar grapes

  • Albariño

    Similar both are Galician whites with fresh acidity.

    Difference Albariño is lighter, sharper, more citrusy, and more saline; Godello is broader and stonier.

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  • Chardonnay

    Similar medium body and apple fruit.

    Difference Chardonnay spans a wider range of oak and malolactic styles; Godello is more often built around fresh apple, citrus, and texture.

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Reviewed by Gina Biernacki, Certified Sommelier, WSET Level 3 with Distinction.

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