The 2009 Godello, from a ripe vintage with superb acidity, is light straw in color with an alluring nose of mineral, melon, and citrus. Crisp, concentrated, and well-balanced, this unoaked offering will provide pleasure over the next 2-3 years. Bodega del Abad is a new winery in the increasingly popular DO of Bierzo. It owns 40 hectares of Mencia vines some of which are 80 years old as well as a parcel of Godello. Importer: Frontier Wine Imports, Dover, NJ; www.wineimport@optonline.net

This firm white has real drive, with a hearty core of pear and melon flavors framed by smoke, mineral and grapefruit. Crisp and focused, with a light spritz that adds to its liveliness. Drink now. 2,000 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Bierzo Select to Add

An opening of apricot and peach aromas is proper, while the palate delivers a jolt of zest and acidity to more pineapple, lime and punchy green-apple flavors. Tangy later on, with more than a drop of lemon and lime to the finish. Also slightly pithy and bitter, which is natural for Godello. ——M.S.(12/15/2010)—— 88