Avancia Nobleza Old Vines Godello Valdeorras 2021 750ml

From the remote valleys of Valdeorras comes Avancia's Nobleza, a wine that captures the soul of ancient Godello vines clinging to steep slate slopes. These pre-phylloxera vines, some over 100 years old, produce minuscule quantities of intensely concentrated fruit that Jorge Ordóñez transforms into one of Spain's most profound white wines.

The wine presents a luminous golden color that hints at its richness and concentration. On the nose, Nobleza offers extraordinary complexity—layers of stone fruits including white peach, apricot, and quince mingle with citrus notes of Meyer lemon and orange zest. The old vines contribute distinctive mineral elements—wet slate, flint, and sea salt—while floral notes of acacia and orange blossom add elegance. As the wine opens, deeper notes emerge: honey, beeswax, toasted hazelnuts, and a subtle smokiness that speaks to the wine's ambitious winemaking.

The palate experience is nothing short of revelatory. The texture is rich and almost oily, coating the mouth with flavors of incredible depth and persistence. Concentrated stone fruit flavors are balanced by bright citrus notes and that persistent mineral core that runs through the wine like a silver thread. Despite its obvious power and concentration, Nobleza maintains remarkable freshness and precision, with acidity that provides structure and lift. Mid-palate, complex notes of white tea, ginger, and exotic spices emerge, adding layers that reward contemplation.

What makes Nobleza extraordinary is its combination of power and elegance—qualities rarely found together in Spanish white wines. The old vines' deep roots and low yields create concentration, while Valdeorras' continental climate and slate soils provide freshness and mineral complexity. Fermentation and aging in French oak adds texture and complexity without overwhelming the fruit. The finish seems endless, with waves of fruit, mineral, and spice that continue to evolve. This is a white wine for the cellar, built to age and evolve like great white Burgundy. A profound expression of place and a testament to the heights Spanish white wine can achieve.