Bodegas Avancia Godello Old Vines 2024
(Valdeorras, Spain) - [VM 94] [JS 93] [WRO 93] [JD 91] [WS 91]

About the Winery:
Bodegas Avancia lies snuggled in the slate dominant mountainsides of Valdeorras, high above the Sil River. Named for the extensive gold mining that the Romans conducted in this area, (Val-de-Oras roughly translates to Valley-of-Gold in Latin) Valdeorras is home to the finest terroir for growing two of Spain’s most important indigenous grapes – Godello and Mencía.

About this Wine:
Sourced from one of the oldest, most traditional vineyards planted in Valdeorras, Avancia Godello expresses the authenticity the history of Valdeorras and the oldest Godello clones in the world. A completely unique white wine that ages beautifully and has been recognized by Robert Parker as Spain's best Godello. Godello was almost extinct at the end of the 1980's, so it is extremely rare to find a Godello produced from a single vineyard planted in 1904.

VINEYARD: Finca Aeiroá (1939) – O Barco de Valdeorras – Pure slate soils intermixed with broken quartz, northern orientation – three field blend parcels planted adjacent to each other, primarily Godello with intermixed planting of indigenous red varieties. Northern orientation; Finca Porto Mourisco (1962) – Petín – Sandy granitic soils resulting of the decomposition of the mother rock, northern orientation. Northern orientation. Traditional dry farmed viticulture. Organic Gobelet trained vines. Cultivated completely by hand.

WINEMAKING: The grapes are hand-harvested and stored in small baskets. The wine is fermented with indigenous yeast in French oak puncheons and demi-muids (500-600 L barrels, respectively.) 10 months sur lie in French oak puncheons and demi-muids (500-600L barrels, respectively) with battonage.

Ratings & Reviews

94 Points - Vinous Media:
“The 2024 Godello from Valdeorras spent six months on lees in French oak puncheons and demi-muids. It begins with acacia, linden blossom and pear, showing pure, direct expression. Intense, with good freshness and weight, this has a lightly malic edge that extends the finish. Recently bottled, the 2024 will benefit from further integration. Drink 2025-2035.” – Joaquin Hidalgo (Sep 2025)

93 Points – James Suckling:
“Minerally and stony on the nose, with crushed rocks and underripe stone fruit. The palate is ample yet sharp, showing precision and fine balance between texture and acidity. Austere but expressive. Drink now."(Aug 2025)

93 Points - Wine Review Online:
"Avancia Godello Old Vines 2024 is a compelling example of what old-vine Godello can achieve in the right hands. The wine opens with elegant varietal aromas of citrus blossom, white peach, ripe pear, and crushed stone, complemented by beautifully integrated oak that adds subtle texture rather than overt flavor. On the palate, it is richly layered, balanced by remarkable freshness and vibrant acidity. Notes of lemon curd, orchard fruit, and wet slate unfold into an intensely savory, saline core that speaks to the region's terroir. The finish is long, dry, and mouthwatering, leaving lingering mineral notes and exceptional precision. While Godello is often compared to Chardonnay for its ability to combine richness with tension, this wine stands confidently on its own, offering depth, complexity, and remarkable value." -Miranda Franco (Jul 2026)

91 Points – Jeb Dunnuck:
“There was a long period of time in which Godello almost went extinct. Today it’s one of the hottest grapes in Spain. The 2024 Godello Old Vines shows why, a 100% varietal wine from vineyards planted between 1900 and 1991 in the town of Petin in predominantly slate soils that tastes of lemon-seasoned wet stone and dried herb, aromatically compelling in floral prettiness. The acidity is fresh and well-integrated, helping to elongate the medium-bodied palate to a satisfying finish. Drink now through 2032.” - Virginia Boone (Jan 2026)

91 Points - Wine Spectator:
"A lovely white, with a frame of mouthwatering acidity and a subtle streak of salinity enmeshed in delicate flavors of green melon, plum skin and Marcona almond, plus hints of cinnamon, anise and broom. Creamy. Drink now through 2031. 3,000 cases made, 1,500 cases imported."