Freddy R. Troya

9.1

Bodegas As Laxas — Val do Sosego Godello
Rías Baixas, Galicia, Spain 🇪🇸

Overview
A fascinating 100% Godello from Rías Baixas, an appellation overwhelmingly associated with Albariño. That alone makes this an intriguing departure, but what really impresses is the combination of freshness, substance, and character—a different side of Atlantic Galicia in the glass.

Aromas & Flavors
Yellow apple, ripe pear, quince, lemon peel, and delicate stone fruit lead the profile, with subtle floral and mineral nuances underneath. Refreshing without relying on the overt tropical character often associated with many Rías Baixas whites.

Mouthfeel
Bone dry, energetic, and beautifully balanced, with lively acidity wrapped around a surprisingly substantial texture. There is real presence through the mid-palate and a clean, persistent finish that makes it dangerously easy to keep pouring.

Food Pairings
Grilled octopus, scallops, white fish, shrimp, seafood rice, roasted chicken, or simply good conservas. Its combination of acidity and texture makes this extremely versatile at the table.

Verdict
An impressive and decidedly different Galician white. Refreshing enough for casual drinking, yet the yellow-fruit profile, texture, and structure give it considerably more personality than a straightforward thirst-quencher.

Did You Know?
Godello is much more strongly associated with Galicia’s Valdeorras appellation, while Rías Baixas has built its international reputation around Albariño. That makes seeing “Godello” and “Rías Baixas” together on a label particularly unusual—and part of what makes this bottle so interesting.

🍷 Personal Pick
This one is soaring among my favorite Spanish whites. I love that it doesn’t follow the expected tropical-fruit script: yellow fruits, bone-dry freshness, balanced acidity, and a terrific mouthfeel give it its own identity. Deliciously, and dangerously good. — 6 hours ago

Amy

9.1

had at puritan julia child, fresh delicate lovely sauv b — 2 months ago

Mark Mannebach

9.1

Minerality, flint, floral and orange/citrus tones — 3 months ago

Mark S.

9.0

Yellow. Green apple. Apricot. Slightly nutty. Liquor like. Chalk mineral. osmanthus Drappier Carte DOr Brut Champagne Blend @, JL, 260426 — 5 months ago

Alvaro Bustillos

9.4

Maxime raveneau billy wine — 6 months ago

romo

9.1

2021 disgorgement. Best last sip with no bubbles. — 9 months ago

Big Wave Dave

9.3

Beautiful, balanced, elegant. Salty, lemon, and not too floral. Creamy and long. — 6 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Light golden color. Reserved aromas of orchard, tropical and citrus fruit, sea spray and a hint of fresh cut grass. Flavors of green apple, white peach, lemon/lime and nectarine fruit. Noticeable mineral note on the long and bright finish. Slightly creamy texture (lees aging?) and crisp acidity. Opens up nicely with a little aeration. Straightforward and solid, but not overly complex. Best with food. — 25 days ago

Kristen Grimes

9.8

Soft tree fruit aromas, mouthwatering, lemon zesty, salt aftertaste that lingers on the tongue.
My favorite from Albariño class! Perfect pairing with orange shrimp, rice, and summer veggies! — a month ago

romo

9.1

Likely the top QBR this year. - at Archer — 3 months ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Actually a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (77%), Merlot (12%), Malbec (5%), Cabernet Franc (4%) Petite Verdot (2%). Dark ruby color with some purple highlights. Aroma of ripe black fruit, violets, cedar and burnt caramel. Flavors of black berry/currant/plum fruit, black tea, savory herbs and spices. Lingering finish, plush, well balanced with fine grained tannins. Solid value. Enjoyed at Thyme Rooftop Restaurant with Keith S! — 5 months ago

Alan Weinberg

9.2

V22 in a small Portland OR restaurant. Delicious. — 5 months ago

Jol

9.0

Toujours valable même jeune — 8 months ago

Alan Johnston

9.5

3.6. Great Gogondas . Favorite of Chef Emmanuel at la Bastide Rose in Provence. At. Au Gusta , la Bastide Rose it was Euro 69. Highly recommended. — 13 days ago

Martijn

9.3

Time does this wine well. — 25 days ago

with Eric

Todd Scurci

9.0

#brunellodimontalcino — 16 days ago

with Annie

Ed Chin

9.2

Not the most complex but the persistent finish was a nice surprise. — 2 months ago

Austin Hohnke

9.2

Purple, ruby, hint of garnet. Amazing tobacco leaf and spice profile. Drinking beautifully. — 5 months ago

bitsof

9.3

Beautiful minerality — 5 months ago

Matthew Cohen

9.4

N: awesome. Complex. Dense. Meursault.

P: buttery in a good way. salty. Elegantly rich. Great acidity. Silky.

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Mercer 43 — 7 months ago