Godello
White wine grape variety
Also known as Godello Blanco, Gouveio, Gouveio Douro, Godelho
Godello is a white wine grape with signature aromas of lemon, green apple, wet stone. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Chardonnay and Macabeo.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Check for citrus-mineral profile with more texture than Sauvignon Blanc (#10790).
- Look for medium body and gentle stone-fruit breadth without overt floral perfume.
Confidence signals
- Lemon-mineral core with fennel edge
- Medium body with medium-plus acidity
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Valdeorras · Bierzo · Monterrei
- Classic styles: Mineral Atlantic-influenced Spanish white · Lees-aged medium-bodied Galician white
Common questions
Is Godello a red or white grape variety?
Godello is a white wine grape variety.
What does Godello smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Godello include lemon, green apple and wet stone. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Godello?
Documented tells for Godello: Check for citrus-mineral profile with more texture than Sauvignon Blanc (#10790). and Look for medium body and gentle stone-fruit breadth without overt floral perfume..
What is Godello most often confused with in blind tasting?
Godello is most commonly confused with Chardonnay, Macabeo and Albarino. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Godello grown?
Classic regions for Godello include Valdeorras, Bierzo and Monterrei.