Valdesil Montenovo Blanco 2021

With its cadre of old vines and magnificent highland terroirs, Valdesil has become a gold-standard source for Godello. Montenovo is this producer’s entry-level offering, crafted from massale selection vines propagated from the world’s oldest, ‘baddest’ Godello—the 130+-year-old vines of the Pedrouzos vineyard.
Fashioned from the estate’s younger vineyards spread across the slate-ridden Valdeorran villages of Rubiá, A Rúa, Larouco, Petín and O Bolo, this lays down a seriously impressive marker. Each soil type or plot is vinified separately and malo is suppressed.

Type: White Wine
Style: Crisp, Mineral-Driven
Grape Varietal: Godello
Tastes Like: Comparable to an Albariño, with green apple, citrus, and a clean, mineral finish.
Alcohol Percentage: 13%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Region: Galicia, Spain
Terroir: Slate and granite soils
Aging: Stainless steel
Serving Temperature: 8-10°C

Valdesil is a prestigious winery in Galicia, Spain, known for crafting wines with precision and elegance that celebrate the region's unique mountainous terroir and traditional Godello grape.

Seafood: Grilled octopus, pan-seared scallops, or ceviche.
Poultry: Lemon herb chicken or turkey breast.
Vegetarian: Roasted asparagus or cauliflower gratin.
Meat: Light pork tenderloin with a citrus glaze.

Goat Cheese: Fresh and tangy, enhancing the wine's minerality.
Manchego: Nutty and firm, pairing beautifully with the wine's freshness.
Feta: Salty and crumbly, complementing the citrus notes.
Pecorino: Aged and sharp, balancing the wine's crisp acidity.

Pan-Seared Scallops

Ingredients:

• 12 large scallops
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Pat scallops dry and season with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear scallops for 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
3. Reduce heat, add butter and garlic, and cook for an additional minute. Finish with lemon juice and parsley.
4. Serve immediately with a glass of Valdesil Montenovo Blanco.

Tip: Pair with fresh bread or asparagus spears for a delightful meal.