An intriguing wine made from 100% Godello, the 2005 Vina Godeval exhibits notes of white currants, citrus rind, and spring flowers. With loads of minerals, medium body, and a dry finish, this crisp, impeccably well-made white is a distinctive offering from the oldest producer of Godello in Spain!

More available than most Valdeorras wines—and very good in 2005—Godeval offers a no-nonsense version of the Godello grape. There’s typical slate on the nose but even more apple, pear, nectarine and banana. Friendly, with medium acidity. ——M.S.(9/1/2006)—— 89